NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School
84%
Capacity
219
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School
NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Mullen, it falls under Northumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11721st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 58 in Northumberland.
NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 27 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (39 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, NCEA James Knott CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Norham Road, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 0LF |
| Headteacher | Caroline Mullen |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.1% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 262 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11721st of 13,686
Nationally
596th of 677
In North East
45th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
39 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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 NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Norham Road, Ashington
Northumberland, NE63 0LF
Norham Road, Ashington
Northumberland, NE63 0LF
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