At its peak, it educated almost 1000 students, and at times, taught A-Levels, O-levels, GCSEs, and BTECs.

In the 21st century, the school struggled with critical Ofsted reports, leading to several major changes in management.

Throughout the 21st century, Gedling scored poorly in both grades and Ofsted reports, though did show some signs of improvement, and in 2007 lay just above the national average.

[3] Following an Ofsted inspection in September 2010, the school was given a Notice to Improve because of the school's lack of progress in improving weaknesses highlighted in a previous inspection.

Demolition of the site commenced in June 2019 and was completed August of the same year.