Kingsmeadow Community School is a secondary community school in Gateshead, 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, Kingsmeadow Community School has a Progress 8 score of -0.75 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 37.6, 51% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C-.
The school has 911 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 25.6%, 37% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 14.9%.
After leaving Kingsmeadow Community School, student destinations include 65% going on to university and 12% entering apprenticeships.
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Kingsmeadow Community School has a Progress 8 score of -0.75, 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 37.6. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
51% of students at Kingsmeadow Community School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Kingsmeadow Community School achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Kingsmeadow Community School has an overall absence rate of 14.9%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Kingsmeadow Community School is 25.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Kingsmeadow Community School has 911 pupils on roll.
37% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Kingsmeadow Community School, 65% go on to university and 12% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Kingsmeadow Community School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Kingsmeadow Community School 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 Kingsmeadow Community School'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
92/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
24/mo
26% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 11.8 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.5
Bus Stops
14
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Dunston Rail Station
0.6km away
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 Gateshead area
This inspection was 4 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
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.