Canning Street Primary School
96%
Capacity
462
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Canning Street Primary School
Canning Street Primary School 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 462 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Canning Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Herron, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11325th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Canning Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 51 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Canning Street Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Canning Street 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 | Wellfield Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 8PA |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Herron |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 462 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.5% |
| School Capacity | 462 / 480 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11325th of 13,686
Nationally
574th of 677
In North East
49th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
47%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
72
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canning Street Primary School
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Contact Information
Wellfield Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 8PA
Wellfield Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 8PA
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