Southlands School, situated on Beach Road in North Shields, Tyne and Wear, is a foundation special school catering to a mixed-gender student body aged 11 to 16. The school currently enrolls approximately 146 students, close to its full capacity of 165. This urban setting is part of the North East's vibrant educational landscape, providing specialized education for students with additional needs. Despite the lack of a specific school motto, Southlands School is known for its commitment to supporting diverse learning requirements within its local community. Located in an accessible area, the school serves a wide catchment area, ensuring that children from various backgrounds receive the education and care they need to thrive.
Discover schools close to Southlands School — by region, catchment, or custom radius.
Loading discussion...
Not applicable schools near Southlands School, ranked by proximity and performance.
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.
Full inspection
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)