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Teesside’s
hidden gem
N
estled on the banks of the River Tees
lies one of the region’s educational
treasures. Teesside High School has
occupied this impressive site for
almost 50 years.
The school traces its roots back to Queen
Victoria High School and The Cleveland
School, the latter housed in a rambling
Victorian mansion on the current Eaglescliffe
grounds.
The historic buildings were enjoyed by
generations of schoolchildren before their
demolition in 1970, when Teesside High
School began its life. The former girls’ school
has been co-educational since 2005 and
is recognised as one of the region’s best
performing independent schools for boys and
girls aged from three-to-18.
It is clear that students love their time
here. In lessons, they thrive, achieving on
average one grade higher than their expected
targets.
Head Andrew Wilson is proud of the
school’s consistently excellent results. “We
work with children of all abilities and inspire
them to achieve great things,” he said.
“Our class sizes are small and our diverse
community is truly one of our biggest assets.
“Whilst we celebrate our record of high
achievement, it is important to recognise that
exam statistics and league table positions are
only a snapshot of life at any school.
“At Teesside High, we place significant
importance on other facets of school life
which help our children develop into rounded
adults; outstanding pastoral care, exceptional
co-curricular activities and fantastic sporting
opportunities complement and enhance
academic study.”
With over 20 acres at their disposal, staff
and students have no shortage of space.
Adjacent to the river lies an international
standard hockey facility, tennis and netball
courts, artificial cricket wicket, football and
rugby pitches, athletics track and a cross
country trail.
The school’s youngest pupils particularly
enjoy their time in the Woodland School, a
delightful outdoor classroom and muddy
kitchen shaded by the surrounding trees.
Visit Teesside High School’s Open Day on Saturday September 30, 9.30am-12.30pm to find out more.
To enquire about hiring school facilities, please call 01642 782095.