John Spence Community High School
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About John Spence Community High School
John Spence Community High School is a state-funded None secondary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 812 pupils on roll.
Ofsted has rated John Spence Community High School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Heath, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of -0.44 is below the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is developing at 41.2. Additionally, ranked 2515th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 11 in North Tyneside.
John Spence Community High School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
On-site facilities at John Spence Community High School include Art Studios, Sixth Form Centre, Swimming Pool, Astro Turf, Dining Hall, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Theatre.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Hockey, Cricket, Rounders, Rugby and 4 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Newspaper, Orchestra, Debate and 4 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in North Tyneside, John Spence Community High School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Preston Road, North Shields, North Tyneside, NE29 9PU |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Heath |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 812 |
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (-0.44)
2515th of 3,141
Nationally
102nd of 142
In North East
8th of 11
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make less 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.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About John Spence Community High School
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
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Preston Road, North Shields
North Tyneside, NE29 9PU
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