The short version
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2015).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015
- 48% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community special school
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 71
- FSM
- 48.3%
Governance
- Local authority
- Gateshead
- Head
- Mrs Elizabeth Johnson (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
November 2019 | School Inspection
Full inspection: Outstanding
June 2015 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
January 2012 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Outstanding
July 2009 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
January 2006 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
September 2003 | Full Inspection
Location
Shotley Gardens, Low Fell, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 5UR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell
Primary · Very close
River Tyne Academy Gateshead
Academy · 472m away
Kells Lane Primary School
Primary · 730m away
Carr Hill Community Primary School
Primary · 805m away
Gibside School
Special school · 856m away
Glynwood Community Primary School
Primary · 868m away
South Street Community Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Kelvin Grove Community Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
What is Dryden School's Ofsted rating?
Dryden School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Dryden School?
Dryden School currently has 71 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Dryden School take?
Dryden School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is Dryden School?
Dryden School is in Gateshead, NE9 5UR, in the Gateshead local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Dryden School have a sixth form?
Yes, Dryden School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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