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Northern Counties School
- All-through
- Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 3BB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Inadequate |
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Academic Progress: Leaders have raised ambition and expectations for what pupils with complex SEND can achieve.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well, supported by caring staff.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Pupils receive personalized support to progress academically.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Reading and phonics are prioritized with daily routines and well-matched books.
Teacher Engagement: Most staff explain new ideas clearly and use questioning effectively, though some variability exists.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some teachers do not present information clearly or check understanding consistently well.
Communication with Parents: Frequent theatre visits and workshops develop pupils' confidence and communication.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are encouraged to provide feedback and engage in school events.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can give their opinion via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders promote work experience and ensure pupils build confidence and aspiration.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have designed an ambitious pathway curriculum tailored to pupils’ SEND.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils feel safe and happy; incidents of dysregulated behavior are rare.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils consistently have positive attitudes to their education.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff are responsive to pupils' individual needs, ensuring a positive environment.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils' talents and interests are developed through a variety of activities.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Workshops and theatre visits strengthen pupils' confidence and social interaction.
Outdoor Facilities: The school’s environment is bright, engaging, and well-resourced.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils visit careers fairs and receive guidance about next steps from trained advisers.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Preparation for next steps and life beyond school is a cornerstone of the school experience.
Support for SEND: Leaders have considerably raised the ambition and expectations for pupils with SEND.
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About Us
Northern Counties School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 78 students from age 3-19 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| Snobe grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-19 | 4-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 22.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 33.28% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 20.52% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.28% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.28% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.52 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 84.63% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 163 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 77.81% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 27.13% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 31.31% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.13% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 19.38% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.13% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.56% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 26.96% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 37.32% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 20.08% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.64% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.73 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 86.13% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 152 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 83% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 27.6% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 35.27% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.07% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 19.93% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.13% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 26.71% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 38% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 15.9% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 6.86% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 9.9% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.56 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 75.46% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 4 | 134 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.23% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.92% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 34% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.31% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.77% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.46% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 24% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 35.53% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 17.95% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.37% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.63% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.77 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 75.08% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.33% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20.25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 36.33% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.92% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.5% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.08% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 19.17% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 30.33% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 17.06% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.5% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 10.56% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 68.82% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 137 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 56.27% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.27% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31.27% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.36% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.91% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.18% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
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