Grace College
Grace College is a secondary located in Gateshead, NE9 6LE. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,190 pupils on roll.
Grace College is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Gateshead
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1432
Number of Pupils: 1190
Number of Boys: 630
Number of Girls: 560
Special Classes Code: 9
Percentage on Free School Meals: 39.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-15
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Requires Improvement
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-09-26
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Hooker
Phone: 01914422000
Website: https://www.gracecollege.org.uk/
Location: Saltwell Road South
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grace College
What is the Ofsted rating of Grace College?
Grace College has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Grace College admit?
Grace College admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Grace College a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Grace College is a mixed school.
What type of school is Grace College?
Grace College is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Grace College?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Grace College on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Grace College?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Grace College in Gateshead. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
