What is the Ofsted rating of Benfield School?

Benfield School has an Ofsted rating of "Requires improvement", based on an inspection in 5 July 2025.

How many pupils does Benfield School have?

Benfield School has 920 pupils enrolled.

Who is the headteacher of Benfield School?

The headteacher of Benfield School is Anthony Martin.

What type of school is Benfield School?

Benfield School is a Academy converter with a Secondary phase of education.

Which local authority is Benfield School in?

Benfield School is in the Newcastle upon Tyne local authority area.

Academy converter Secondary Open

Benfield School

📍 Benfield Road, Walkergate, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE6 4NU

Ofsted: Requires improvement (5 July 2025)

920

Pupils

65.4%

Free school meals

1 May 2017

Opened

About this school

Benfield School is an Academy converter serving secondary age pupils, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. The school has 920 pupils enrolled. It was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 5 July 2025. The Headteacher is Anthony Martin. The school is administered by Newcastle upon Tyne local authority. It belongs to NEAT ACADEMY TRUST. It opened in 1 May 2017.