Moorside Primary School
85%
Capacity
427
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Moorside Primary School
Moorside Primary School 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 427 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 503 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Moorside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Linda Hall, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8920th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Moorside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 29 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Moorside Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Art Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Moorside 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beaconsfield Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 5AW |
| Headteacher | Linda Hall |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 427 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.5% |
| School Capacity | 427 / 503 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8920th of 13,686
Nationally
464th of 677
In North East
37th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
57%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moorside Primary School
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Contact Information
Beaconsfield Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 5AW
Beaconsfield Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 5AW
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