Cramlington Learning Village
Cramlington, NE23 6BN · Northumberland · secondary school
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5th of 16 secondary schools in Northumberland we can score, 27 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.6/10 against 891 of them, against 4.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 84 | 35% | 2.96 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 43.8 · 47 | 30% | 1.40 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.15 · 38 | 25% | 0.96 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 47.5 · 58 | 10% | 0.58 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cramlington Learning Village overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.9% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 46.7, compared with the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.15 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in May 2026 under the new framework.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Club, Debating Group, Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award, Film Club, Gardening Group, Guitar Group, Maths, and Mock Trials Group. Sports include Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, Netball, and Rugby. Arts and music options cover Ballet, Music and Theatre Productions, Orchestra, Shakespeare Stars, Show Band, Singing Ensemble, Singing Group/Choir Group, and Sketchbook Circle. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,989 pupils against a stated capacity of 2,218. 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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How does
What Ofsted said about Cramlington Learning Village
Overview
Cramlington Learning Village is described as a place where pupils are "safe and happy," benefiting from a "welcoming, calm and productive" environment. The report highlights a strong culture of inclusion and high expectations, with leaders demonstrating a "firm commitment" to supporting all pupils, particularly those with additional needs.
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are rated at a "Strong standard," with pupils conducting themselves "very well" and showing "confidence, resilience and kindness."
- The curriculum and teaching are "ordered" and adapted effectively, ensuring pupils "constantly build on what they already know" and achieve well across subjects.
- Inclusion is praised as a "Strong standard," with staff making "astute adaptations" to reduce barriers for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
- Personal development is "highly effective," offering extensive opportunities for pupils to develop interests, resilience, and prepare for their "next steps."
- Leadership is clear and strategic, with trustees providing "clear strategic oversight" and holding leaders to account effectively.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure that the high-quality education leads to more pupils, including post-16 students, "achieving above-average outcomes in national tests and examinations over time."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are "made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.6 |
| 2024/25 | 46.7 |
| 2025/26 | 47.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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