Beech Hill Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 2LW · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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18th of 63 primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne we can score, 72 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.8/10 against 903 of them, against 7.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beech Hill Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 441 pupils against a stated capacity of 447. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage class sizes given the current proximity to capacity?
What Ofsted said about Beech Hill Primary School
Overview
Beech Hill Primary School is described as a place with a “strong sense of community” where pupils feel “valued and secure” under the ethos of being ‘Happy, Safe, Loved’. The report highlights “exemplary” behaviour and a “strong culture of respect”, noting that bullying is rare and dealt with promptly. While the quality of education is generally effective, the report identifies specific inconsistencies in how deeply pupils explore concepts across the curriculum.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour and are “highly engaged in lessons” due to teachers’ high expectations.
- An “effective phonics programme” ensures pupils who need support catch up quickly and begin to read fluently.
- Leaders promote “tolerance and respect exceptionally well”, with pupils actively participating in roles like the school council.
- Staff training is prioritised, and leaders are “mindful of workload” and staff well-being.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “fully supported” and included in school life.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, it is “not sufficiently clear how pupils are being supported to develop their understanding” or link new learning to previous tasks.
- Pupils are not given sufficient opportunities in some subjects to “build upon and develop their understanding of important concepts and themes”, sometimes only “skim[ming] the surface”.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “comprehensive system for reporting safeguarding concerns” and staff who are well trained in identifying and reporting issues.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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