Marden Bridge Middle School
Lovaine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE25 8RWOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Marden Bridge Middle School is a middle school in Whitley Bay for ages 9 to 13. It is one of the 83 schools in North Tyneside. It ranks 2nd of 7 primary schools in Whitley Bay. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2016.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 April 2016, report published 16 May 2016
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 3 July 2025
Marden Bridge Middle School is offering pupils an exceptional education. Leaders have created a school where pupils are cared for and nurtured to achieve the very best in their learning. Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well. The personal development programme is exemplary and allows pupils to thrive in a happy environment. Pupils feel safe and know who to talk to if they are upset or worried. The school has a culture of high expectations of pupils' behaviour. Pupils interact positively with one another. They are polite and respectful. Pupils hold doors open for visitors and play well together in social times. Staff and pupils are proud of their school. They have a huge range of extra-curricular activities to choose from. Pupils benefit from the extensive careers programme and enjoy visits to universities and apprenticeship providers. The curriculum has been designed to allow pupils to flourish. Pupils understand what it means to be a global citizen. In 'Life Lessons', they learn how to keep safe online and how to have appropriate relationships. Pupils are encouraged to live healthy lifestyles and are rewarded on 'Fresh Fridays' for eating healthily. Pupils say that they love learning.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
148 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
577 pupils on roll, with places for 600
Schools near Marden Bridge Middle School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| Monkseaton Coastal School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 44% met the expected standard |
| Appletree Gardens First School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Marine Park First School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Rockcliffe First School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Foundation school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Age range
- 9 to 13
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr John Newport
- Phone
- 01913499538
- Address
- Lovaine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE25 8RW
- Local authority
- North Tyneside
- URN
- 108635
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.