Beech Hill Primary School
98%
Capacity
440
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Beech Hill Primary School
Beech Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 440 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 447 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beech Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jess Eatock, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3534th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Beech Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 55 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beech Hill Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Beech Hill 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 | Linhope Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 2LW |
| Headteacher | Jess Eatock |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 440 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.9% |
| School Capacity | 440 / 447 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3534th of 13,686
Nationally
195th of 677
In North East
12th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
72%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Linhope Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 2LW
Linhope Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 2LW
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