Newcastle Bridges School is an alternative provision academy in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, for children and young people aged 2 to 19.
- Ages 2–19
- 73 pupils
- Ofsted: Outstanding
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 2 to 19
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 73
- Headteacher
- Dr Anna Wilson (Headteacher)
- Part of
- Prosper Learning Trust
- Opened
- 1 January 2018
- Free school meals
- 67.2% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- School reference (URN)
- 145361
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Newcastle upon Tyne council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Outstanding, November 2016; school remains Outstanding (May 2022)
Rated Outstanding at its last graded inspection, in November 2016. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementOutstanding
- Sixth formGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Since then: School remains Outstanding (ungraded inspection, May 2022).
Contact and getting there
Drayton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 3RU
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about Newcastle Bridges School
How do I get a place at Newcastle Bridges School?
Places at Newcastle Bridges School are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Newcastle upon Tyne council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does Newcastle Bridges School take?
Aged 2 to 19, boys and girls.
What is Newcastle Bridges School’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in May 2022 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is Newcastle Bridges School?
Drayton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 3RU, in Newcastle upon Tyne.
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