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Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre
Temple Park Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 0QA, South Tyneside
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
64.8 / 100
Top 35%
Better than 65% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
70
Ages
4–16
Gender
Mixed
Summary
Rated as Good by Ofsted in March 2023, this alternative education service offers a supportive environment for 70 pupils aged 4 to 16. With a LocaleIQ score of 64.8, it performs better than 65% of schools, indicating a solid foundation in meeting educational needs, though specific academic progress data is limited. Parents can expect a nurturing atmosphere aimed at fostering student growth and well-being.
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Last inspected: 28 March 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
Pupil Ethnicity
White British97.1%
Black African1.4%
Asian Bangladeshi1.4%
Location
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54.97748, -1.43163 · NE34 0QA
School details
Local authoritySouth Tyneside
RegionNorth East
URN108666
School typePupil referral unit
Websitewww.thebeaconcentre.net
Frequently asked questions
What is Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre rated by Ofsted?
Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 28 March 2023.
Is Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre a good school?
Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre scores 64.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 35% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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