Cramlington Shanklea Primary School
77%
Capacity
278
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Cramlington Shanklea Primary School
Cramlington Shanklea 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 278 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cramlington Shanklea Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Ritson, it falls under Northumberland 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 11474th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Cramlington Shanklea Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 40 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cramlington Shanklea Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Cramlington Shanklea 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 | Nairn Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 1RQ |
| Headteacher | Laura Ritson |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 278 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.9% |
| School Capacity | 278 / 360 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11474th of 13,686
Nationally
583rd of 677
In North East
39th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed40
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Nairn Road, Cramlington
Northumberland, NE23 1RQ
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