SchoolScoresPrudhoe Community High School
Academy · Secondary, ages 13 to 19 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of CHEVIOT LEARNING TRUST
Moor Road, Prudhoe, NE42 5LJ
01661 832486 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 14 September 2016. This inspection was of the school before it changed to its current form (for example, before becoming an academy).
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 6 December 2023: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
82 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 4 September 2023 and 2 September 2024.
| Statement | This school | Prudhoe | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school Joint 1st highest of 3 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Prudhoe. Higher than 79% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 91% | 85% | 88% |
| My child feels safe at this school 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Prudhoe. Higher than 80% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 93% | 91% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Prudhoe. Higher than 75% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 88% | 78% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 23 parents whose child had been bullied 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Prudhoe. Higher than 71% of 1,665 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 57% | 50% | 49% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 59 parents who had raised a concern 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Prudhoe. Higher than 79% of 1,736 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 81% | 72% | 75% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in Prudhoe. Higher than 77% of 1,763 state secondary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 89%said yes | 81% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families. Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Prudhoe figures pool parents at the Prudhoe schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
171 pupils in this year group.
39% — 3 points below the Northumberland average, and 6 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Northumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 39% | 42% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 46.6 | 44 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 4.0 | 3.8 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
188 pupils in this year group.
95% — 4 points above the Northumberland average, and 3 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Northumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 95% | 91% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 54% | 43% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 0% | 0% | 13% |
| Further education college | 34% | 36% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6% | 3% |
| Work | 2% | 4% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 94% | 95% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
88 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Northumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C+ | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 26% | 24% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 44% | 49% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 34.8 | 34.2 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
20 subjects, 216 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sociology | 30 | 7% | 23% | 20% |
| Geography | 22 | 9% | 27% | 23% |
| Mathematics | 22 | 23% | 41% | 40% |
| Chemistry | 21 | 10% | 52% | 30% |
| Biology | 17 | 12% | 35% | 27% |
| Psychology | 17 | 0% | 6% | 19% |
| History | 14 | 0% | 7% | 23% |
| Physics | 13 | 15% | 38% | 31% |
| Physical Education / Sports Studies | 10 | 0% | 0% | 17% |
| Religious Studies | 10 | 0% | 0% | 22% |
| Computer Studies / Computing | 6 | 17% | 17% | 24% |
| English Language | 6 | 0% | 0% | 13% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: English Literature, French, Mathematics (Further), Spanish, Art and Design (Textiles), Design and Technology (Product Design), Art and Design, Music.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
108 students in this year group.
93% — 6 points above the Northumberland average, and 14 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Northumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 93% | 87% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 17% | 11% | 7% |
| Work | 20% | 25% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 90% | 93% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
95 students in this year group.
60% — 7 points below the Northumberland average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Northumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 60% | 67% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 24% | 28% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 64% | 60% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Northumberland. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Northumberland | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Higher than 32% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 20.6% | 24.8%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 3rd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Higher than 21% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 1.8% | 3.2%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 3rd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Higher than 37% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 12.1% | 13.1%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 1st highest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Higher than 7% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 2.3% | 2.8%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Lower than 13% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 11.2% | 8.7%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Lower than 27% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 28.1% | 22.6%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Lower than 70% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 8.3 | 29.2 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 3rd lowest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Lower than 76% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 3.8% | 8.4% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded2 pupils | 0.27% | 0.38% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 3rd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Higher than 11% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 14.5 | 16.5 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 3rd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Higher than 17% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 10.2 | 11.5 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 2nd highest of 3 state secondary schools in Prudhoe. Higher than 61% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 15.5% | 11.8%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Highfield Middle School 0.3 miles · Ofsted: Good (2018, before conversion), confirmed 2024
- Ovingham Middle School 1.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2012, before conversion), confirmed 2024
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Prudhoe Community High School's Ofsted rating?
Prudhoe Community High School was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 14 September 2016. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 6 December 2023, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Prudhoe Community High School do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 39% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 6 points below the England average of 45%.
Would parents recommend Prudhoe Community High School?
89% of the 82 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 4 September 2023 and 2 September 2024 said they would recommend Prudhoe Community High School to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 146926.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 4 September 2023 to 2 September 2024.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.