Special schoolData as of May 2026

Mary Astell Academy

Linhope Road, West Denton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 2LW

A Requires improvement-rated special school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

Academy alternative provision sponsor led

Pupils

Ages

5-16

FSM

96.9%

Capacity

280

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jun 2022

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About Mary Astell Academy

Mary Astell Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). The school has around 32 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Linhope Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 2LW | More schools in Newcastle upon Tyne

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jun 2022 — Requires improvement
Feb 2016 — Inadequate (predecessor: Linhope PRU)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Mary Astell Academy

What is Mary Astell Academy's Ofsted rating?

Mary Astell Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

Where is Mary Astell Academy located?

Mary Astell Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne (NE5 2LW).

How many pupils attend Mary Astell Academy?

Mary Astell Academy has around 32 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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