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OpenURN 108655

Benton Dene School

Foundation special school · Newcastle upon Tyne · NE12 8FD

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Age range

Ages 4–11

Pupils

139

Local authority

North Tyneside

Age range

Ages 4–11

05111619

Provision snapshot

Based on official GIAS characteristics

1 / 6

  • NurseryNo Nursery Classes
  • Sixth form
  • BoardingNo boarders
  • Special school
  • Independent
  • Academy

Local context

How this school sits among open establishments in its area, using official GIAS records. These are counts, not rankings.

Mixed foundation special school, Ages 4–11, in Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, 139 pupils on roll. Notable characteristics: special school. Free school meals: 48.9%.

Open schools in Newcastle upon Tyne
155
Academies among open schools in Newcastle upon Tyne
48% (74)
Open schools in NE12
18
Open schools in North Tyneside LA
87

Nearby schools

Open schools within about 3 miles, prioritising the same phase where possible. Distances are approximate from GIAS coordinates.

Compare with theseAll in Newcastle upon TyneNear NE12

Overview

School type
Foundation special school
Age range
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Status
Open
URN
108655

Location

Address
Hailsham Avenue, Longbenton
Postcode
NE12 8FD
Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
County
Tyne and Wear
Local authority
North Tyneside

Size & intake

Pupil numbers and free school meals come from the GIAS school census fields. Capacity fill is calculated when both pupils and capacity are published. Census date: 15 Jan 2026.

Pupils on roll
139
Boys / girls
102 / 37
Free school meals
48.9%
FSM pupils
68
Gender
Mixed

School characteristics

Nursery provision
No Nursery Classes
Boarding
No boarders
Religious character
Does not apply
Governance
Academy trust: The North Tyneside Learning Trust
Academy trust
The North Tyneside Learning Trust

Contact

Telephone
01914661818
Website
www.bentondeneschool.org.uk

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