Cragside Primary School
97%
Capacity
407
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Cragside Primary School
Cragside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Jackson, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4725th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Cragside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 201 applications for 60 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
Cragside Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (176 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cragside Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Cragside 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Cragside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7EL |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Jackson |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.4% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4725th of 13,686
Nationally
251st of 677
In North East
16th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
176 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
7Facilities 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
201
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cragside Primary School
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Contact Information
Cragside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7EL
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