Gilbert Ward Academy
State-Funded School
Not published
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About the School
Gilbert Ward Academy is a state-funded special for pupils aged 11–16, located in Northumberland, North East.
Ofsted's most recent inspection is published as a report card rather than a single overall grade. It currently serves 83 pupils.
Ofsted Report Card
Inspected 6 May 2026 · published 18 Jun 2026
Met
Evaluation areas
- InclusionExpected standard
- Curriculum and teachingNeeds attention
- AchievementNeeds attention
- Attendance and behaviourNeeds attention
- Personal development and wellbeingExpected standard
- Leadership and governanceNeeds attention
Previous Ofsted Rating
Academic Performance
No key stage 2 or 4 results are published for this school.
Ethnicity
Pupils
Total Pupils
78%Boys
22%GirlsPupil Characteristics
DfE school census, January 2026.
Key Information
- Phase
- Special
- Age range
- 11 – 16
- Total pupils
- 83
Historical Ratings
No inspection record available.
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