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The Blyth Academy

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The Blyth Academy

Chase Farm Drive, Blyth, NE24 4JP

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
772
Ages
11-16
FSM
48.1%
Attainment 8
49.2
Ofsted
Good
Jul 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
49.2
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
33.7%
Basics 9-5
58.6%

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 (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
38.6%
EBacc APS
4.43
EBacc 9-5
31.0%
EBacc 9-4
35.9%
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About The Blyth Academy

The Blyth Academy is a secondary school in Blyth, Northumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 49.2. The school has around 772 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 The Blyth Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Apr 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. Jul 2021 — Good
  3. Feb 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  4. Oct 2019 — Requires improvement
  5. May 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Blyth Academy

What is The Blyth Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Blyth Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What are The Blyth Academy's latest exam results?
The Blyth Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 49.2. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Blyth Academy located?
The Blyth Academy is a secondary school in Blyth, Northumberland (NE24 4JP).
How many pupils attend The Blyth Academy?
The Blyth Academy has around 772 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Blyth Academy with other schools?
View The Blyth 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 Northumberland.