James Calvert Spence College is a secondary community school in Morpeth, North East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, James Calvert Spence College has a Progress 8 score of -0.36 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 34.1, 40% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, 30% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, an average A-Level grade of D+.
The school has 636 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 26.6%, 31% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 10.5%.
After leaving James Calvert Spence College, student destinations include 33% going on to university and 17% entering apprenticeships.
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James Calvert Spence College has a Progress 8 score of -0.36, 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 34.1. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
40% of students at James Calvert Spence College achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at James Calvert Spence College achieve an average A-Level grade of D+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
James Calvert Spence College has an overall absence rate of 10.5%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at James Calvert Spence College is 26.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
James Calvert Spence College has 636 pupils on roll.
31% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving James Calvert Spence College, 33% go on to university and 17% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
James Calvert Spence College was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, James Calvert Spence College is due for reinspection this year (2026).
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 James Calvert Spence 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
11/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
2/mo
18% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 2.4 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 4.5
Bus Stops
5
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
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.