Mary Astell Academy is an alternative provision academy located on Linhope Road in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear. Serving mixed-gender students aged 5 to 16, the school currently has 32 pupils enrolled, with a capacity for 280. As a small institution, it focuses on providing a supportive environment for students who may struggle in mainstream education. The academy is committed to helping students achieve a fresh start and aims for opportunities that facilitate their return to mainstream schooling. It serves a diverse community in an urban setting, emphasizing values of aspiration, integrity, kindness, and resilience.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. 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)· Full re-inspection after a Requires Improvement rating
First full inspection as an academy