Welcome, Ethos & Values

Steve Campbell, Executive Headteacher

Gosforth Junior High Academy is a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking school community, dedicated to nurturing the potential of every student in Years 5 to 8. Our mission is to provide a high-quality education that inspires academic achievement, personal growth, and confident preparation for the next stage of learning.

We are proud to be a member of Gosforth Group, a family of schools united by a shared commitment to excellence, collaboration, and 'Creating Futures'. This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver an outstanding education and ensures our students benefit from a broad network of support and opportunity.

At the heart of our academy are values that guide everything we do: respect, integrity, resilience, and kindness. We strive to create a calm and purposeful environment where students feel safe, supported, and motivated to do their best. We celebrate effort, encourage curiosity, and promote a culture of mutual respect and collaboration.

I’m proud to work alongside Mark Fryer, our Head of School, whose leadership is rooted in care, clarity, and a strong commitment to student wellbeing and success. Mark brings a wealth of experience and a clear vision for Gosforth Junior High Academy, one that places students at the centre of every decision and fosters a culture of aspiration and achievement.

Under Mark’s guidance, the academy continues to thrive as a place where learning is engaging, relationships are positive, and every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum enriched with opportunities that help students develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

We are also proud to support students with visual impairments, providing tailored resources and inclusive learning experiences that ensure every child can access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.

We are proud of our students, our staff, and the wider community we serve. Gosforth Junior High Academy is a school where excellence is expected, and every individual is valued. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing all that makes our academy such a special place to learn and grow.

Mark Fryer, Head of School

It’s a pleasure to join Steve Campbell in welcoming you to Gosforth Junior High Academy. As Head of School, I’m proud to lead a school where every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive both academically and personally.

Our academy is a place of energy, ambition, and care. We believe that learning should be engaging and meaningful, and that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. Working closely with our dedicated staff, I strive to ensure that our school remains a nurturing environment where high expectations are matched by strong relationships and a deep commitment to wellbeing.

We are continually evolving to meet the needs of our students and community, guided by our shared values of respect, integrity, resilience, and kindness. These principles shape our culture and help us build a school where students feel safe, inspired, and ready to take on new challenges.

I’m proud of the progress we’ve made and excited about the journey ahead. Whether you’re a prospective parent, student, or visitor, I look forward to welcoming you and showing you first-hand what makes Gosforth Junior High Academy such a unique and inspiring place to learn.

Our Schools' Ethos and Values:

At Gosforth Junior High Academy, we are committed to creating a school community where every individual is recognised, respected, and supported to thrive.

Our ethos is built on the belief that every student and adult is unique, with their own abilities, needs, and aspirations. We aim to nurture this individuality through a culture of high expectations, personal growth, and inclusive opportunity.

We strive to:

Recognise and value each student (school or adult) as an individual with his or her particular abilities, needs and aspirations.
Offer learning experiences which extend students and promote their personal development, regardless of academic, social or cultural background.
Ensure a genuine equality of opportunity.
Build self-esteem and confidence through membership of a caring, secure community.
Celebrate the success and achievements of all students.
Offer guidance and counselling to assist students in the planning of their future education and careers.
Promote working partnerships between schools and the wider community at local, national and international levels.
Encourage a love of learning that will be with our students throughout their lives.