New Penshaw Academy

About New Penshaw Academy

New Penshaw Academy is a school where individuals are valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. We are a small school but have a great big heart! Children are supported in becoming confident and independent young people, who thrive on challenge, and are motivated to learn.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs S Johnson

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

6.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

67.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional Care and Education"

We've been so impressed with New Penshaw Academy - the staff genuinely care about the children and strive to provide the best education possible. My child thoroughly enjoys attending nursery and has made friends with the other kids. The 'caring, supportive and friendly environment' mentioned on the website is spot on, it's a truly welcoming place.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Jamie T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

4.0

"Love the School's Values"

As a parent, it's reassuring to see a school that prioritizes the 'love of learning to last a lifetime'. My child has grown in confidence since joining New Penshaw and the teachers are always available to provide additional support when needed. The facilities are also great, my child loves the playground and the school's commitment to health and wellbeing

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah-Jayne B Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 20, 2022

3.0

"Good, but Some Room for Improvement"

We left New Penshaw a few years ago, but we still keep in touch with the teachers and staff. While the school does a good job of creating a welcoming environment, we found the communication between teachers and parents to be a bit hit-and-miss at times. The curriculum was engaging, but we felt that some of the homework could've been more challenging

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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