Backworth Park Primary School
101%
Capacity
344
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Backworth Park Primary School
Backworth Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 344 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 341 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Backworth Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Welsh, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4570th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 38 in North Tyneside.
Backworth Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 45 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Backworth Park Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Drama, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Backworth Park Primary 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hotspur North, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North Tyneside, NE27 0FZ |
| Headteacher | Louise Welsh |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 344 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.3% |
| School Capacity | 344 / 341 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4570th of 13,686
Nationally
243rd of 677
In North East
16th of 38
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
69%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 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
Hotspur North, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
North Tyneside, NE27 0FZ
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