
Burnside College, located on St Peter's Road in Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, is a foundation school serving a mixed-gender student body aged 11 to 18. With an enrolment of approximately 959 pupils, the college is set in an urban environment and is maintained by the local authority. It is a non-selective institution with a current capacity of 1266 students, catering to a diverse community. The college does not have a religious affiliation, and its catchment area primarily includes the local community of Wallsend. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive educational environment, ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed academically and personally.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. AI-generated editorial content is reviewed for accuracy. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
2 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Section 8 (did not convert)
Requires Improvement S5 Reinspection Visit 1