Best Secondary Schools in South Tyneside 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 8 schools across South Tyneside. Updated with 2025–26 data.

South Tyneside has 8 secondary schools, of which 1 (13%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted and a further 6 rated Good — 88% of secondary schools in South Tyneside are rated Good or Outstanding overall. Whitburn Church of England Academy currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in South Tyneside follow the national calendar: 31 October for Year 7 secondary entry and 15 January for Reception primary entry. Offers go out on 1 March and 16 April respectively.

8
Total schools
1
Outstanding
13%
Outstanding rate
64%
Avg KS2 SATs
37.3
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Whitburn Church of England Academy
Secondary
 Good 67 View school
🥈 St Joseph's Catholic Academy
Secondary
 Good 59 View school
🥉 Jarrow School
Secondary
 Good 56 View school
4. Harton Academy
Secondary
 Good 56 View school
5. Hebburn Comprehensive School
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 48 View school
6. St Wilfrid's RC College
Secondary
 Outstanding 48 View school
7. Mortimer Community College
Secondary
 Good 40 View school
8. Boldon School
Secondary
 Good 34 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in South Tyneside?
There are 8 secondary schools in South Tyneside, of which 1 (13%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in South Tyneside?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in South Tyneside is Whitburn Church of England Academy. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in South Tyneside?
Primary and secondary school applications in South Tyneside are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the South Tyneside council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in South Tyneside?
13% of secondary schools in South Tyneside are rated Outstanding and 75% are rated Good. 92.2% 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.