Whitley Bay High School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 4 June 2024

Pupils thrive in this school as a result of an exceptional quality of education and an excellent programme of personal development. They benefit from a broad curriculum that supports their academic and vocational ambitions. Pupils achieve exceptionally well in national tests and examinations, including students in the very large sixth form. All pupils, regardless of their background, are very well-prepared for their next steps in education, training or employment. There is a powerful sense of community at the school. Pupils engage purposefully with many opportunities to develop their talents and interests. The school has a vibrant extra-curricular life. The curriculum is enhanced by an extensive range of planned events, such as the literature festival, poetry activities and the maths festival. All pupils in Years 10 and 12 develop vocational insight through purposeful work experience. Pupils' commitment to 'food bank Friday' is just one a number of charitable enterprises that build their sense of social responsibility. Behaviour in and around school is exemplary. Pupils are mature and respectful. Pupils have a very well-developed sense of responsibility, tolerance and respect. This calm, safe and inclusive atmosphere is founded on extremely strong and supportive relationships at all levels. Students in the large sixth form are influential in supporting this ethos through the example that they set to younger pupils.

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