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Hilton Primary Academy

Hilton Primary Academy

Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 3RNPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

100%

Capacity

421

Pupils

1.4x

Demand

About Hilton Primary Academy

Hilton Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

the school is led by headteacher Andrew Cowan, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3071st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Hilton Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 45 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.

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 Hilton Primary Academy include Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Hilton Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressHilton Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 3RN
HeadteacherAndrew Cowan
Local AuthorityNewcastle upon Tyne
Number of Pupils421
Free School Meals (FSM)52.9%
School Capacity421 / 420 (100% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

25 Apr 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Latest inspection (25 Apr 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)

3071st of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

163rd of 677

In North East

Top 25%

10th of 55

In Newcastle upon Tyne

Top 25%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

74%

Expected Standard

2%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:79%
Higher:30%
Writing
Expected:75%
Higher:2%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:77%
Higher:23%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable +1%

'22/23

73%

'23/24

74%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
Music RoomsLibraryICT SuitePlaying FieldsSports HallDining HallForest SchoolGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

TennisNetballCross CountryCricketDance

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubScience ClubBook Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

45

Applications

65

Balanced

Applications roughly match available places

Applications to places ratio1.4x
0x1x2x3x5x+

35 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hilton Primary Academy

Hilton Primary Academy has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

01912869297hpa.northerneducationtrust.org/

Hilton Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 3RN

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Hilton Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 3RN

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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