Bassaleg School | |
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Address | |
Forge Lane , NP10 8NF Wales | |
Coordinates | 51°34′29″N3°02′36″W / 51.574722°N 3.043333°W |
Information | |
Type | Comprehensive school |
Motto | A Tradition of Excellence (Welsh: Traddodiad o ragoriaeth) |
Local authority | Newport City Council |
Chairperson | David Williams |
Head teacher | Victoria Lambe |
Gender | Mixed |
Age | 11to 18 |
Enrolment | 1,749 [1] |
Houses | Ebbw, Sirhowy, Rhymni, Hafren |
Colour(s) | Navy Gold |
Website | http://www.bassalegschool.com |
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51°34′29″N03°02′36″W / 51.57472°N 3.04333°W