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Welcome to

NCEA Duke’s Secondary School

A note from our Principal

Welcome to Duke’s Secondary School, a part of the NCEA Trust. We are an 11 to 19 academy based in Ashington and our pupils come to us from across Ashington, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea and Lynemouth.

Duke’s is an exciting place to learn and to develop, and we put a strong emphasis on being the best you can be here – this means working hard, developing great attitudes to learning, and experiencing as many different activities and opportunities as you can.

We hope you enjoy looking around our website. If you need any further information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Mr R Atkinson, Principal

Duke’s Secondary School

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Year 13 students attended a Young Drivers Awareness event at Pegswood Community Fire Station 🚒 Huge thanks to @NlandFRS for sharing vital road safety advice — an important and eye-opening session! 🚗

Y10 students enjoyed a 3-day work experience placement with NOVO Theatre & Alnwick Playhouse — exploring roles from stage management to marketing! A highlight: Mama Afrika & meeting star Anna 🌟 #WorkExperience #LetYourLightShine 💡

Today was Wellbeing Wednesday at Duke’s Sixth Form! Y13 took some time out to relax, recharge, and get creative — by painting pumpkins! 🎃

It was fantastic to see everyone enjoying a break from their studies. #letyourlightshine💡

"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest."

Benjamin Franklin

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."

Nelson Mandela

"Strive for progress, not perfection."

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