Sir Charles Parsons School

About Sir Charles Parsons School

We are a secondary special school situated in the east end of Newcastle upon Tyne. Our students come from all across the city of Newcastle. Each student is a unique individual who brings something different to the school community.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

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.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

10.5

Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

33 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 3

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Sarah T

Parent May 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful Support for Our Daughter"

Sir Charles Parsons School has been a game-changer for our daughter's education. The staff are so caring and understanding, and the facilities are top-notch. We love the sensory curriculum and the focus on individualized learning.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Jamie R

Parent Mar 15, 2022

5.0

"Encouraging and Supportive Environment"

Our son has thrived at Sir Charles Parsons School. The teachers are passionate and dedicated, and the school's values of respect, empathy, and inclusivity really shine through. We're so grateful for the opportunities he's had here.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rebecca K

Parent Dec 1, 2021

4.0

"Mixed Experience"

We had a mixed experience at Sir Charles Parsons School. Some of the teachers were excellent, but others struggled to connect with our child. The facilities are great, but we felt that the school could do more to support families in terms of communication and feedback.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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