Brighton Avenue Primary School
Gateshead, NE8 1XS · Gateshead · primary school
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7th of 62 primary schools in Gateshead we can score, 66 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 — 8.9/10 against 1,963 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 62% | 5.39 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brighton Avenue Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 404 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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.
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What Ofsted said about Brighton Avenue Primary School
Overview
Brighton Avenue Primary School is described as a place where "pupils thrive in this happy school" and "achieve very well" regardless of their background. The report highlights that staff have an "absolute determination that every pupil will succeed," creating an environment where relationships are "very strong" and pupils feel "safe and well supported." The school’s provision is characterised by high expectations, exceptional support for vulnerable learners, and a curriculum that prepares pupils thoroughly for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "very strong," with key learning "well sequenced" and staff possessing "exceptional subject knowledge."
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "superb," enabling them to "learn alongside their peers" and achieve "very strong outcomes."
- Reading is a "particular strength," with pupils becoming "confident, fluent readers" through a strong focus on phonics and vocabulary.
- Personal development is "excellent," fostering pupils who are "safe, together, aspirational, resilient, successful" and demonstrate "considerable maturity."
- Early years provision is "exceptional," offering every child "the very best start to learning" with carefully planned resources and routines.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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