The short version
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.01
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Ages
- 16–99
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
Governance
- Local authority
- Staffordshire
- Head
- Mr Craig Hodgson (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection: Outstanding
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
October 2019 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
February 2017 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Good
November 2013 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
October 2007 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
January 2007 | Monitoring Visit
Reinspection
May 2004 | Inspection
Full inspection
October 2002 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
November 1998 | Full Inspection
Location
Knutton Lane, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2GB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt John Fisher Catholic College
Secondary · Very close
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 405m away
St Giles' and St George's Church of England Academy
Primary · 706m away
Blackfriars School
Special school · 856m away
Blackfriars Academy
Academy · 856m away
Knutton St Marys CofE Academy
Primary · 861m away
Hassell Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Edenhurst Preparatory School
Independent · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
What is Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group's Ofsted rating?
Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
What ages does Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group take?
Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group caters for pupils aged 16 to 99. It is classified as a 16 plus school.
Where is Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group?
Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group is in Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 2GB, in the Staffordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group have a sixth form?
Yes, Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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