Cheviot Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 4EB · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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24th 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 — 8.6/10 against 136 of them, against 6.4/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.05 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cheviot Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join card games, Lego, dance, and drama clubs, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 202 pupils against a stated capacity of 244. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What does the daily timetable look like for the after-school club? How has the teaching approach changed since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Cheviot Primary School
Overview
Cheviot Primary School is a welcoming environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and included, with staff greeting them daily. The report highlights "exemplary" behaviour and attitudes, alongside high aspirations for pupils’ future careers and personal development. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, the school excels in fostering a caring community and strong pupil conduct.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour, showing "self-control and a sense of calmness" from the youngest children upwards.
- Personal development is outstanding, with pupils becoming "tolerant and kind" through diverse experiences and partnerships with local organisations.
- Early years provision is of "high quality," with staff developing children’s social skills and knowledge with "care and rigour."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "supported well," with individual plans created jointly with families.
- Parents are "valued and welcomed," reporting high satisfaction and effective communication via the online messaging system.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers use assessment data to match reading books to pupils’ phonetic knowledge, as some receive texts they cannot decode.
- Teachers should systematically revisit past learning in foundation subjects to help pupils build a "secure bank of knowledge" and improve long-term memory.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders stating that "safeguarding is everything" and ensuring staff are well trained to identify when pupils or families need help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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
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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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