Gosforth Junior High Academy
41%
Capacity
713
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Gosforth Junior High Academy
Gosforth Junior High Academy holds a Good rating from its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2022, a step down from the Outstanding grade it received in its previous inspection in 2008. However, the school’s academic outcomes tell a more nuanced story. Its Progress 8 score of 0.64 is the highest in Newcastle upon Tyne, placing it first among 11 secondary schools in the local authority and in the top 25% of schools nationally. This means pupils here make significantly more progress than the average student in England, and well above the Newcastle average Progress 8 score of -0.4. The school’s Attainment 8 score sits at 56.5, and 82.3% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths. With an EBacc average point score of 5.34 and 78.4% of pupils entered for the EBacc, the school clearly prioritises a broad academic curriculum.
At A-level, the school’s sixth form also performs solidly. The average points per entry is 37.15, equivalent to a B- grade, and 19.7% of entries achieved AAB or higher. The value added score of -0.03 is rated as Average, suggesting that sixth form students make progress in line with expectations given their prior attainment. The school’s Progress 8 breakdown shows particularly strong results in the EBacc subjects (0.75) and open subjects (0.73), with maths (0.53) and English (0.44) also above average. The school’s ranking in the North East region is 6th out of 142 schools, placing it in the top 5% regionally. For parents focused on academic rigour, Gosforth Junior High Academy offers clear evidence of strong pupil progress from Key Stage 2 through to Key Stage 5.
The school caters for pupils aged 9 to 13, a middle-school model that is relatively unusual in the state sector, and has a capacity of 1,730 with 713 pupils currently on roll. It offers a wide range of facilities including science labs, art studios, a sixth form centre, and playing fields, alongside clubs such as coding, debate, and Model UN. Sports provision is extensive, with football, swimming, tennis, and martial arts among the options. The school has a comprehensive SEND offer, covering specific learning difficulties, autism, speech and language needs, and physical disabilities. With 19.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a diverse intake. Oversubscription data is not available, but given its top ranking in the local authority, demand is likely high. This school will particularly suit families who value strong academic progress within a middle-school structure and want a sixth form that maintains solid A-level outcomes.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 9 to 13 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Regent Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1EE |
| Headteacher | Steve Campbell |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 713 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.2% |
| School Capacity | 713 / 1,730 (41% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.64)
337th of 3,141
Nationally
6th of 142
In North East
1st of 11
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
38.8
'22/23
36.4
'23/24
37.1
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where school leavers go
2022/2361%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 350 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
34%
Russell Group
38%
Top-third HE
2%
Oxford / Cambridge
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- University (HE)61%
- Employment21%
- Not sustained7%
- Apprenticeship5%
- Further education3%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
20Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British69.6%
- Asian13.3%
- Mixed7.2%
- White (other)3.2%
- Black0.3%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Permanent exclusion is rare — most schools have none in a given year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
13
Total schools
9
Oversubscribed
9
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gosforth Junior High Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
Contact Information
Regent Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1EE
Regent Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1EE
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