Kingston Park Primary School
94%
Capacity
442
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Kingston Park Primary School
Kingston Park 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 442 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 469 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kingston Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jayne Evans, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1768th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Kingston Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 59 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
Kingston Park Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (61 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kingston Park Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Kingston Park 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 | Cranleigh Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2EL |
| Headteacher | Jayne Evans |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 442 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.6% |
| School Capacity | 442 / 469 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Nov 2024): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1768th of 13,686
Nationally
89th of 677
In North East
5th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
61 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
110
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kingston Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Cranleigh Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2EL
Cranleigh Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2EL
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