Schools in Ashington
Ashington has 9 schools: 6 primary and 3 secondary or all-through. 89% of the 9 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, Ashington Academy has the highest Attainment 8 score (48.3 in 2026). Among primary schools, St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (80% in 2025).
- 10 schools
- 3 secondary
- 6 primary
Secondary Schools in Ashington
Ranked by Attainment 8, the average GCSE score per pupil. Progress 8 is from the latest year published.
| # | School | Ofsted | Attainment 8 | Progress 8 | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashington Academy | Good | 48.3 (2026) | +0.46 (2024) | 964 |
| 2 | NCEA Duke's Secondary School | Needs attention | 36.3 (2026) | -1.05 (2024) | 980 |
| 3 | NCEA Castle School | Good | – | – | 158 |
Primary Schools in Ashington
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.
| # | School | Ofsted | Met expected standard | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington | Good | 80% (2025) | 238 |
| 2 | NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School | Good | 72% (2025) | 213 |
| 3 | NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School | Good | 41% (2025) | 253 |
| 4 | NCEA Bishop's Primary School | Good | 36% (2025) | 448 |
| 5 | Bothal Academy | Outstanding | – | – |
| 6 | Central Academy | Good | – | – |
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