Kenton Bar Primary School
65%
Capacity
275
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Kenton Bar Primary School
Kenton Bar Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 275 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kenton Bar Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elaine Boardman, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12264th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Kenton Bar Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 39 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Kenton Bar Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (24 responses).
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 Kenton Bar Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Kenton Bar 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 | Ryal Walk, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 3YF |
| Headteacher | Elaine Boardman |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 275 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.8% |
| School Capacity | 275 / 420 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12264th of 13,686
Nationally
620th of 677
In North East
54th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
24 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kenton Bar Primary School
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Contact Information
Ryal Walk, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 3YF
Ryal Walk, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 3YF
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