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Best 3 Secondary schools in Gateshead – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead (Secondary) in Gateshead; Kingsmeadow Community School (Secondary) in Gateshead; Grace College (Secondary) in Gateshead — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

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This page compares Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead, Kingsmeadow Community School and Grace College. They are secondary phase and academy converter and community school type located around Gateshead, Tyne and Wear and Gateshead. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead), published Jul 2024. The lowest is 3 (Grace College), published Sep 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,200, combined total ≈ 3,550, typical FSM 35–40%, range 20–25%–45–50%; spread across trusts such as BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST and Emmanuel Schools Foundation.

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Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead
NE9 6RZ
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
NE9 6RZ
Ofsted
1 8 Jul 2024
Pupils
≈ 1,500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Website
www.cardinalhume.com
Telephone
01914877638
Kingsmeadow Community School
NE11 9NX
Phase / Type
Secondary • Community school
Location
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
NE11 9NX
Ofsted
2 18 Oct 2021
Pupils
≈ 900 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
45–50% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Gateshead (390)
Website
kingsmeadow.org.uk
Telephone
01914606004
Grace College
NE9 6LE
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Gateshead
NE9 6LE
Ofsted
3 26 Sep 2023
Pupils
≈ 1,150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Emmanuel Schools Foundation
Website
www.gracecollege.org.uk
Telephone
01914422000
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Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.
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