Simonside Primary School
94%
Capacity
297
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Simonside Primary School
Simonside 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 297 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Simonside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Hills, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
Simonside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 33 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
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 Simonside Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Cricket, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 66.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Simonside 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 | Bedeburn Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 4LG |
| Headteacher | Emma Hills |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 297 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 66.4% |
| School Capacity | 297 / 315 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Jan 2020): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jun 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bedeburn Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 4LG
Bedeburn Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 4LG
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