Valley Gardens Middle School
387%
Capacity
773
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About Valley Gardens Middle School
Valley Gardens Middle School is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 9 to 13. The school has 773 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (387% of 200 places).
Ofsted has rated Valley Gardens Middle School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Godfrey, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
Valley Gardens Middle School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (25 responses).
On-site facilities at Valley Gardens Middle School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Astro Turf, Theatre, Sixth Form Centre, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Badminton, Cross Country and 4 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Drama, Coding and 5 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.1%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in North Tyneside, Valley Gardens Middle 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 | 9 to 13 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Valley Gardens, Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, NE25 9AQ |
| Headteacher | David Godfrey |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 773 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.1% |
| School Capacity | 773 / 200 (387% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
25 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
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Contact Information
Valley Gardens, Whitley Bay
North Tyneside, NE25 9AQ
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