Burnside College is a secondary foundation school in Wallsend, North East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this foundation school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Burnside College has a Progress 8 score of -0.46 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 41.5, 57% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B-.
The school has 959 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 22.2%, 20% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 9.9%.
After leaving Burnside College, student destinations include 49% going on to university and 4% entering apprenticeships.
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Burnside College has a Progress 8 score of -0.46, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 41.5. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
57% of students at Burnside College achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Burnside College achieve an average A-Level grade of B-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Burnside College has an overall absence rate of 9.9%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Burnside College is 22.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Burnside College has 959 pupils on roll.
20% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Burnside College, 49% go on to university and 4% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Burnside College was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2020 (6 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Burnside College is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Burnside College's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
87/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
26/mo
30% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 13.5 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7
Bus Stops
14
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Hadrian Road (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)
0.3km away · 3 stations nearby
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Other schools in the Wallsend area
This inspection was 6 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
78%
Child is Happy
34%
Child Feels Safe
34%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.