Best Secondary Schools in Newcastle upon Tyne 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 12 schools across Newcastle upon Tyne. Updated with 2025–26 data.

12
Total schools
4
Outstanding
33%
Outstanding rate
65.7%
Avg KS2 SATs
37.9
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 St Mary's Catholic School
Secondary
 Outstanding 73 View school
🥈 Sacred Heart Catholic High School
Secondary
 Outstanding 71 View school
🥉 Gosforth Academy
Secondary
 Outstanding 67 View school
4. St Cuthbert's High School
Secondary
 Outstanding 65 View school
5. Walker Riverside Academy
Secondary
 Good 43 View school
6. Jesmond Park Academy
Secondary
 Inadequate 41 View school
7. Kenton School
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 36 View school
8. Callerton Academy
Secondary
 Good 34 View school
9. Studio West
Secondary
 Good 32 View school
10. Benfield School
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 30 View school
11. Walbottle Academy
Secondary
 Inadequate 26 View school
12. North East Futures UTC
Secondary
 — 22 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Newcastle upon Tyne?
There are 12 secondary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, of which 4 (33%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Newcastle upon Tyne is St Mary's Catholic School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Primary and secondary school applications in Newcastle upon Tyne are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Newcastle upon Tyne council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Newcastle upon Tyne?
33% of secondary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne are rated Outstanding and 25% are rated Good. 80.4% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.