Burnside Primary School
92%
Capacity
474
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Burnside Primary School
Burnside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 474 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 518 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burnside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Ramsay, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1966th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Burnside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burnside Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Burnside 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Northumbrian Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 1XZ |
| Headteacher | Jane Ramsay |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 474 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| School Capacity | 474 / 518 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1966th of 13,686
Nationally
98th of 677
In North East
4th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
78%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northumbrian Road, Cramlington
Northumberland, NE23 1XZ
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