Middle deemed secondaryData as of May 2026

Valley Gardens Middle School

Valley Gardens, Whitley Bay, NE25 9AQ

Foundation school

Pupils

773

Ages

9-13

FSM

6.3%

Capacity

771

Ofsted

Outstanding

Nov 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

90.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

85.0%

RWM Combined

72.0%

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About Valley Gardens Middle School

Valley Gardens Middle School is a secondary school in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 72% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 773 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Valley Gardens Middle School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2024 — Outstanding
Jun 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Valley Gardens Middle School

What is Valley Gardens Middle School's Ofsted rating?

Valley Gardens Middle School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Valley Gardens Middle School's latest exam results?

Valley Gardens Middle School: KS2 2024/25: 72% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Valley Gardens Middle School located?

Valley Gardens Middle School is a secondary school in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside (NE25 9AQ).

How many pupils attend Valley Gardens Middle School?

Valley Gardens Middle School has around 773 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Valley Gardens Middle School with other schools?

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