Central Walker Church of England Primary School
89%
Capacity
441
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Central Walker Church of England Primary School
Central Walker Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 441 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 496 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Central Walker Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dawn Day and Mrs Faye Kerr (job share), it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8992nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Central Walker Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 48 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
Central Walker Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Central Walker Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 73.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Central Walker Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Lancefield Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2NP |
| Headteacher | Dawn Day and Mrs Faye Kerr (job share) |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 441 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 73.8% |
| School Capacity | 441 / 496 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
8992nd of 13,686
Nationally
469th of 677
In North East
38th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
63
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
45 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Central Walker Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Lancefield Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2NP
Lancefield Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2NP
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