Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School
79%
Capacity
332
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School
Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 332 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Parker, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5675th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 41 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 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 Cragside CofE Controlled Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Cragside CofE Controlled 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Westloch Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 6LW |
| Headteacher | Joanne Parker |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 332 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.7% |
| School Capacity | 332 / 420 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5675th of 13,686
Nationally
301st of 677
In North East
17th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
66%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed41
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westloch Road, Cramlington
Northumberland, NE23 6LW
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