Ateres Girls High School
Ateres Girls High School is an independent school in Gateshead for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 270 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Ateres Girls High School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in October 2024. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 60.2, and 88% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: October 2024. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Willow Grove Felling Gateshead NE10 9PQ |
| Phone | 01914692969 |
| Reference Number | 138118 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 270 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Ateres Girls High School is currently rated as requiring improvement overall, though it does exhibit strengths in certain areas such as the quality of education and behaviour of pupils. The school has a strong Jewish ethos which fosters a supportive community, and pupils generally perform well in their GCSE examinations. They demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning and show a commitment to their studies. However, the school has significant weaknesses, particularly in personal development and leadership management, with notable concerns around the delivery of relationships education and the coherence of the curriculum in some subjects.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 25 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Jun 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 May 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 12 Jul 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Apr 2021 | Additional inspection |
| 12 Nov 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 May 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 Mar 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 07 Jun 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Mar 2013 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- High expectations for pupil achievements
- Good behaviour and a calm learning environment
- Strong community spirit and supportive relationships
- Well-sequenced curriculum in most subjects
- Effective support for pupils with SEND
- High levels of pupil attendance
Areas for Improvement
- Insufficient knowledge about sexual orientation and gender reassignment
- Personal development provision lacks coherence and depth
- Curriculum organization in some subjects is ineffective
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2018. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school | 21 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 42 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school | 22 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| 3. My child makes good progress at this school | 13 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| 4. My child is well looked after at this school | 26 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 42 |
| 5. My child is taught well at this school | 13 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| 6. My child receives appropriate homework for their age | 6 | 25 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 42 |
| 7. This school makes sure its pupils are well behaved | 17 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| 8. This school deals effectively with bullying | 18 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 42 |
| 9. This school is well led and managed | 21 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 42 |
| 10. This school responds well to any concerns I raise | 27 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 42 |
| 11. I receive valuable information from the school about my child’s progress | 16 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 42 |
| 12. Would you recommend this school to another parent? | 39 | 3 |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 60.2 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 88.4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 95.3% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 7.0% of pupils at Ateres Girls High School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.7% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Ateres Girls High School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Ateres Girls High School is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in October 2024.
When was Ateres Girls High School last inspected by Ofsted?
Ateres Girls High School was last inspected in October 2024.
How many pupils does Ateres Girls High School have?
Ateres Girls High School has 270 pupils on roll.
What age range does Ateres Girls High School cover?
Ateres Girls High School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
What are Ateres Girls High School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 60.2, and 88% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Ateres Girls High School?
Ateres Girls High School is at Willow Grove, Felling, Gateshead, NE10 9PQ.
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