Archbishop Runcie CofE First School

About Archbishop Runcie CofE First School

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 173 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 176 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Archbishop Runcie CofE First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Massey, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 17 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (61 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Archbishop Runcie CofE First School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Archbishop Runcie CofE First School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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