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The Cedars Academy

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The Cedars Academy

Ivy Lane, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 6QD

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Pupils
243
Ages
3-19
FSM
54.5%
Attainment 8
0.9
Ofsted
Good
Sept 2017

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
8.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
8.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
0.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
3.8%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
0.03
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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About The Cedars Academy

The Cedars Academy is a secondary school in Gateshead, Gateshead. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 0.9. The school has around 243 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Ivy Lane, Gateshead, NE9 6QD | More schools in Gateshead

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Cedars Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jan 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Sept 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Cedars Academy

What is The Cedars Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Cedars Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.
What are The Cedars Academy's latest exam results?
The Cedars Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 0.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Cedars Academy located?
The Cedars Academy is a secondary school in Gateshead, Gateshead (NE9 6QD).
How many pupils attend The Cedars Academy?
The Cedars Academy has around 243 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Cedars Academy with other schools?
View The Cedars Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Gateshead.