North Shore Academy
Stockton-on-Tees, TS20 2AY · Stockton-on-Tees · secondary school
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5th of 13 secondary schools in Stockton-on-Tees we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.0/10 against 263 of them, against 5.5/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 85 | 35% | 2.97 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 48.3 · 59 | 30% | 1.76 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.07 · 55 | 25% | 1.38 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 44.9 · 44 | 10% | 0.44 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
North Shore Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.4% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 48.2, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.07 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 850 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,050. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in reaching the national median for Attainment 8? What specific support is available for students aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How does the new Ofsted framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about North Shore Academy
Overview
North Shore Academy is a school where pupils feel safe, valued, and capable of success, supported by a welcoming community culture. The report highlights a "relentless focus on reading" and high-quality teaching that enables all pupils, including those with special educational needs, to achieve well. While most aspects of the school operate at a strong standard, attendance remains an area requiring further attention.
Strengths
- Pupils produce "high-quality work" and demonstrate "secure knowledge across subjects," with outcomes in national tests regularly above national averages.
- Leaders have designed a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that is carefully sequenced, with staff using effective strategies like "instant feedback" to help pupils retain knowledge.
- The school fosters an "inclusive culture" where barriers to learning are quickly removed, supported by well-planned interventions and a dedicated 'bridge' provision for pupils needing extra support.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils showing respect for others, embracing British values, and benefiting from comprehensive careers education and cultural experiences.
- Staff feel "highly valued" due to positive actions on workload and wellbeing, underpinned by high-quality, evidence-informed professional development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should build on current strategies to achieve "rapid and notable improvements in attendance for all pupils and groups," as persistent absence remains a challenge.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 44.8 |
| 2024/25 | 48.2 |
| 2025/26 | 44.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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