Beaconhill Community Primary School
109%
Capacity
229
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Beaconhill Community Primary School
Beaconhill Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beaconhill Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joel Routledge, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12983rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Beaconhill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Beaconhill Community Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Beaconhill Community 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 | Langdale Drive, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 8EH |
| Headteacher | Joel Routledge |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.3% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12983rd of 13,686
Nationally
651st of 677
In North East
56th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
35%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Langdale Drive, Cramlington
Northumberland, NE23 8EH
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