Walbottle Village Primary School
63%
Capacity
150
Pupils
6.0x
Demand
About Walbottle Village Primary School
Walbottle Village 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 150 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Walbottle Village Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Oliver, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6864th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Walbottle Village Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 6 places, making it 6.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Walbottle Village Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Walbottle Village 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 | The Green, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 8JL |
| Headteacher | Alison Oliver |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 150 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.0% |
| School Capacity | 150 / 240 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6864th of 13,686
Nationally
367th of 677
In North East
26th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
63%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
36
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Green, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 8JL
The Green, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 8JL
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