# Northgate High School — Ipswich, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Rowena Mackie

## Contact

- **Address:** Sidegate Lane, Ipswich
- **Phone:** 01473 210 123
- **Website:** http://www.northgate.suffolk.sch.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/ipswich/northgate-high-school-9823

## About

Northgate High School embraces the three core values of Respect, Determination and Teamwork. These values are fundamental to the calm and positive learning environment that we strive to achieve at all levels across the school.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — May 2012
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — May 2012

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Exceptional School from Every Angle: I'm so grateful to Northgate High School for providing my son with an incredible education and environment. The facilities are top-notch, and I love how the school embodies the values of Respect, Determination, and Teamwork. The Century Read event and the England U15 National Team selection are just a couple of examples of the amazing opportunities available here. *(Dec 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent School with a Caring Atmosphere: Northgate High School has been a wonderful choice for my daughter. The staff are supportive, and the school's focus on wellbeing and mental health has made a huge difference to her confidence. We've also been impressed by the range of extracurricular activities available, including the Bromcom Student Portal, which keeps us informed about her progress and upcoming events. *(May 2021)*
- **4/5** — Good Experience, Room for Improvement: My child attended Northgate High School a few years ago, and while I had some concerns about the school's approach to certain subjects, I think the school made a good effort to engage with parents. The Lettings facility is great for community events, and I appreciate the school's commitment to wellbeing and mental health initiatives. However, I think the school could benefit from more flexibility in their teaching methods. *(Sep 2020)*

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