SecondaryData as of May 2026

Newcastle Academy

Gallowstree Lane, The Westlands, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 2QS

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Pupils

422

Ages

11-16

FSM

39.2%

Attainment 8

37.6

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

37.6

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

11.8%

Basics 9-5

32.1%

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

9.9%

EBacc APS

3.01

EBacc 9-5

4.9%

EBacc 9-4

7.4%

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About Newcastle Academy

Newcastle Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.6. The school has around 422 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Gallowstree Lane, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 2QS | More schools in Staffordshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Nov 2023 — Good
Nov 2019 — Requires improvement
Feb 2018 — Inadequate

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Newcastle Academy

What is Newcastle Academy's Ofsted rating?

Newcastle Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Newcastle Academy's latest exam results?

Newcastle Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.6. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Newcastle Academy located?

Newcastle Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire (ST5 2QS).

How many pupils attend Newcastle Academy?

Newcastle Academy has around 422 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Newcastle Academy with other schools?

View Newcastle 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 Staffordshire.