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Gateshead sixth form schools offer 7 options for students pursuing A-Level qualifications, with 86% of providers rated Good or Outstanding. Emmanuel College leads the area, while Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead and Kingsmeadow Community School are among the highest-performing state sixth forms. Students achieve 20% A*/A grades at A-Level, slightly below the England average of 24%, though 47% achieve A*/A/B grades, matching the national figure of 47%. Families across Gateshead, including Low Fell, Whickham, and Felling, benefit from a mix of independent and comprehensive sixth form provision with strong academic pathways. Filter by Ofsted rating or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | Catholic | Outstanding |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | Kingsmeadow Community School | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Hill Top School | State | Not Applicable | 11-18+ years | Mixed | None | Good |
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Emmanuel College | Independent | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Outstanding |
Independent • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Dryden School | State | Not Applicable | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Outstanding |
| N/A | The Cedars Academy, Gateshead | State | Not Applicable | 3-18+ years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Not Applicable • 11-18 years
State • Not Applicable • 3-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | Grace College | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 11-18 years | Mixed | None | Requires Improvement |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 11-18 years
