Welcome to Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy
Welcome to Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Sixth FormAt Lord Lawson Sixth Form, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious learning environment, where you are empowered to reach your full potential. Our dedicated staff provide expert guidance and personalised support, helping every individual to thrive academically and personally. With a broad curriculum and excellent facilities, our strong focus is on preparing you for university, apprenticeships, and employment. Our Sixth Form is a place where your aspirations are nurtured, and you shape your future. We have a strong track record of developing confident, independent learners who are ready to make a positive impact in the world. We look forward to you joining us in September.Mrs J Laidlaw, Assistant Principal – Sixth Formjlaidlaw@lordlawson.academy0191 433 4026
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academy converter
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,293 Total
No. of Boys
641 (49.6%)
No. of Girls
652 (50.4%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
5.8%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
4.37%
A*/A grades
16.67%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
80%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
6%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
N/A
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
N/A
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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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
Start Application| Oct 2025 | Nov 2025 | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | Mar 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sixth Form Open Evening | Year 12 Parents’ Evening |
Key Dates & Deadlines
Oct 20, 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Mar 5, 2026
Year 12 Parents Evening
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn
1 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Spring
1 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Apr 2
Summer
1 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 20 - Jul 17
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Spring Half Term
Feb 23 - Feb 27
Summer Half Term
May 25 - May 29
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Updates Coming Soon!
We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.
Enrichment Activities
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About School
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |