NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School
95%
Capacity
250
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School
NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E 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 250 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jessica Hodson, it falls under Northumberland 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 8618th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 58 in Northumberland.
NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 29 places, making it 2.0x 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 NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E 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 | Moorhouse Lane, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9LP |
| Headteacher | Jessica Hodson |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 250 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.9% |
| School Capacity | 250 / 262 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8618th of 13,686
Nationally
447th of 677
In North East
23rd of 58
In Northumberland
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
46%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Moorhouse Lane, Ashington
Northumberland, NE63 9LP
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