Best 3 Secondary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: The Orme Academy (Secondary) in Newcastle; Clayton Hall Academy (Secondary) in Newcastle-under-Lyme; Newcastle Academy (Secondary) in Newcastle Under Lyme — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Orme Academy, Clayton Hall Academy and Newcastle Academy. They are secondary phase and academy sponsor led and academy converter type located around Newcastle, Staffordshire, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire and Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (The Orme Academy), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for The Orme Academy (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 650, combined total ≈ 1,950, typical FSM 25–30%, range 15–20%–35–40%; spread across trusts such as THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST and Windsor Academy Trust.

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Attribute	The Orme Academy ST5 9JU	Clayton Hall Academy ST5 3DN	Newcastle Academy ST5 2QS
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Newcastle Staffordshire ST5 9JU	Newcastle-under-Lyme Staffordshire ST5 3DN	Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 2QS
Latest Ofsted	2 9 Jul 2024	2 18 Mar 2024	2 13 Dec 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 750 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 800 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1161	1000	647
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST	Windsor Academy Trust	Windsor Academy Trust
Website	www.theormeacademy.org.uk	www.claytonhallacademy.org	www.newcastleacademy.org
Telephone	01782742900	01782367650	01782667650
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Orme Academy

ST5 9JU

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Newcastle
Staffordshire
ST5 9JU
Ofsted: 2 9 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 750 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.theormeacademy.org.uk
Telephone: 01782742900

Clayton Hall Academy

ST5 3DN

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Staffordshire
ST5 3DN
Ofsted: 2 18 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 800 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Windsor Academy Trust
Website: www.claytonhallacademy.org
Telephone: 01782367650

Newcastle Academy

ST5 2QS

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Newcastle Under Lyme
Staffordshire
ST5 2QS
Ofsted: 2 13 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Windsor Academy Trust
Website: www.newcastleacademy.org
Telephone: 01782667650

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.