Special school · Gateshead

Dryden School

Special
Ages 11–18
Sixth form

Term dates

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Admissions

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Ofsted inspection

Short (ungraded) inspection, 15 January 2025: Standards maintained.

Read the Ofsted reports

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About and location

Type: Special school
Phase: Special
Ages: 11–18
Pupils: 77
Gender: Mixed
Phone: 01914203812
Address: Shotley Gardens, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 5UR
Website: drydenschool.co.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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