The short version
Average GCSE results. Girls only.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 44.3 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Church of England school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
44.3
0.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.06
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
11% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 3–18
- Intake
- Girls
- Character
- Church of England
Numbers
- Pupils
- 657
- Capacity
- 60%
Governance
- Local authority
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Head
- Mrs Amanda Hardie (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Tankerville Terrace, Jesmond, NE2 3BA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmNorthern Counties College
Special school · Very close
Northern Counties School
Special school · Very close
West Jesmond Primary School
Primary · 391m away
Newcastle Preparatory School
Independent · 512m away
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.0km away
Christ Church CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Hotspur Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Heaton Manor School
Secondary · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend Newcastle High School for Girls GDST?
Newcastle High School for Girls GDST currently has 657 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Newcastle High School for Girls GDST take?
Newcastle High School for Girls GDST caters for pupils aged 3 to 18.
Where is Newcastle High School for Girls GDST?
Newcastle High School for Girls GDST is in NE2 3BA, in the Newcastle upon Tyne local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Newcastle High School for Girls GDST have a sixth form?
Yes, Newcastle High School for Girls GDST has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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