Atkinson Road Primary Academy
72%
Capacity
377
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Atkinson Road Primary Academy
Atkinson Road Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 377 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Atkinson Road Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Macaulay, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9530th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Atkinson Road Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Atkinson Road Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.7/5 from 8 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Atkinson Road Primary Academy include Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Atkinson Road Primary Academy 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Atkinson Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 8XT |
| Headteacher | Lisa Macaulay |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 377 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.9% |
| School Capacity | 377 / 524 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9530th of 13,686
Nationally
498th of 677
In North East
40th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Atkinson Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 8XT
Atkinson Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 8XT
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