55
Pupils · 2024/25
0%
EAL · 2024/25
72%
Persistent abs. · 2024/25
Performance data for special schools may use different measures or have limited headline GCSE publication.
Local authorityNorthumberland
PhaseSecondary
School typeSpecial school
Pupil : teacher ratio7.2:1
AdmissionsNon-selective
Religious characterNone
StatusOpen
Overview of Gilbert Ward Academy · Secondary · Northumberland
Pupils & context
2024/25
Pupils on roll
55
Pupil : teacher ratio
7.2
Workforce data · 2025/26
EAL
0%
FSM eligible
71%
SEN
100%
Overall absence
27%
Persistent absence
72%
Contact
Address
Princess Louise Road, Blyth, NE24 2TS
Local authority
Northumberland
Telephone
Email
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History
All years · Historical DfE data by academic year
Pupils & absence
| Year | Pupils | Pupil:teacher | SEN | EAL | FSM ever | Absence | Persistent absence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/25 | 55 | 5.6 | 100% | 0% | 71% | 27% | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 29 | 4.8 | 100% | 0% | 66% | 26% | 73% |
School performance data © Crown copyright. Source: Department for Education.