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Welcome to Longbenton High School

At Longbenton High Sixth Form, we're committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are academically successful, socially responsible, and ready for the challenges ahead. Whether you're joining us from another school or have been part of our community since Year 7, you'll find a welcoming, inclusive, and academically rigorous Sixth Form.Our dedicated teachers and staff are here to guide and support you as you take the next steps in your educational journey. Our aim is to create a supportive environment where you can thrive as a learner and grow into a confident young person. We believe in providing you with the tools and opportunities to excel in both your studies and personal development.Last year marked another exceptional achievement for our Sixth Form students, with record-breaking results. We're proud of their accomplishments and the bright futures they're building.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Local authority maintained schools

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

950 Total

No. of Boys

483 (50.8%)

No. of Girls

467 (49.2%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

14.5%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

4.2%

A*/A grades

22.69%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

88%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

2%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:45%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:44%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:0%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:0%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

43%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

18%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:88%
England:63%

Further education

School:3%
England:4%

Employment

School:20%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:10%
England:26%


Exciting Events Ahead!

A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

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Key Dates & Deadlines

Dec 4, 2025

Sixth Form Open Evening


Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

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A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.

Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Alumni Stories

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We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

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Our Sixth Form students benefit from a modern building, with separate private study space at the front of the building away from lower school. This includes a common room, quiet study room - and new for September 2025 - bookable gym facilities.

Duke of Edinburgh Award
Students can participate in this prestigious program, which promotes resilience, teamwork, and outdoor skills through activities such as hiking, volunteering, and skills development.
Conversational Italian
For those interested in language and culture, our conversational Italian classes provide a fun and engaging way to learn a new language, enhancing communication skills and cultural awareness.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
This independent research project allows students to explore a topic of their choice in depth, developing critical thinking and project management skills that are invaluable for higher education and future careers.

About School

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityNorth Tyneside
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed