Hareside Primary School
105%
Capacity
439
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Hareside Primary School
Hareside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 439 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hareside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jacqueline Mowat, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7258th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Hareside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 43 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hareside Primary School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Hareside 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hareside Primary School, Whitelea Glade, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 6BL |
| Headteacher | Jacqueline Mowat |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 439 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.4% |
| School Capacity | 439 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7258th of 13,686
Nationally
387th of 677
In North East
19th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
62%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hareside Primary School, Whitelea Glade, Cramlington
Northumberland, NE23 6BL
Hareside Primary School, Whitelea Glade, Cramlington
Northumberland, NE23 6BL
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