Grasmere Academy
66%
Capacity
96
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Grasmere Academy
Grasmere Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 96 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grasmere Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Lilico, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 17% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13596th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 38 in North Tyneside.
Grasmere Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 7 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grasmere Academy include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Grasmere Academy 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 | None |
| Address | Grasmere Court, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North Tyneside, NE12 6TS |
| Headteacher | Kerry Lilico |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 96 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.5% |
| School Capacity | 96 / 145 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (17%)
13596th of 13,686
Nationally
675th of 677
In North East
38th of 38
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
17%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
0%
'23/24
17%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
10
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grasmere Court, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
North Tyneside, NE12 6TS
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