Whitley Bay High School
Whitley Bay, NE25 9AS · North Tyneside · secondary school
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1st of 12 secondary schools in North Tyneside we can score, 16 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 515 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.0/10 among them, against 7.6/10 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 | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 56.1 · 75 | 30% | 2.26 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.31 · 73 | 25% | 1.83 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 54.0 · 83 | 10% | 0.83 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Whitley Bay High School overview
How it's doing
Whitley Bay High School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. In 2024/25, 62.8% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 54.2, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.31 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 8.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,797 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,700. 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
What specific support is available for pupils to maintain progress in English and maths? How does the school ensure equitable access to extracurricular activities for all students?
What Ofsted said about Whitley Bay High School
Overview
Pupils “thrive” at this school due to an “exceptional quality of education” and an “excellent programme of personal development.” The report highlights a “powerful sense of community,” “exemplary” behaviour, and a curriculum that effectively supports both academic and vocational ambitions for all students, including those in the large sixth form.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “precise and engaging,” with teachers using “high quality resources” and collaborative planning to embed effective strategies.
- Pupils achieve “exceptionally well” in national tests and examinations, with disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) sharing this high achievement.
- There is a “positive culture of reading,” supported by a “vibrant and very well-used school library” and expert staff.
- Sixth-form students are “integral to the culture of the school,” providing leadership through roles such as librarians and mental health ambassadors.
- Governors demonstrate a “deep commitment” to the school’s vision, ensuring a balance of challenge and support while staff report positive workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 56.3 |
| 2024/25 | 54.2 |
| 2025/26 | 54.0 |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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