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Gosforth Academy

Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2JHSecondaryAges 13–18MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Progress 8
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About Gosforth Academy

Gosforth Academy sits within the Newcastle upon Tyne local authority as a state secondary for pupils aged 13 to 18, a school that draws from a wide area given its size of nearly 2,000 students. In the local landscape of 19 same-type schools, it ranks among the top performers, with its closest peers including Gosforth Junior High Academy, St Mary's Catholic School, and Sacred Heart Catholic High School. The nearest school rated Outstanding by Ofsted is St Mary's Catholic School, roughly two kilometres away, but Gosforth Academy itself holds a solid Good rating from its most recent inspection. The school is mixed and non-religious, with Preit Chahal as headteacher, and it operates as a 13-18 institution, meaning it takes students from Year 9 upwards rather than the more common 11-16 or 11-18 model. This older intake shapes its character, with a clear focus on preparing students for GCSEs and then A-levels in its own sixth form.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range13 to 18 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressKnightsbridge, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2JH
HeadteacherPreit Chahal
Local AuthorityNewcastle upon Tyne
Number of Pupils1,927

Facilities

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Sixth Form CentreSwimming PoolSports HallTennis CourtsScience LabsMusic RoomsLibraryDining HallAstro TurfArt StudiosGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

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Sports

RugbyFootballHockeyMartial ArtsSwimmingDanceAthleticsCricket

Clubs & Activities

DebateEco ClubYoung EnterpriseArt ClubNewspaperDuke of Edinburgh

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gosforth Academy

Gosforth Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.