Crookhill Community Primary School
Ryton, NE40 3ES · Gateshead · primary school
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25th 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 — 7.0/10 against 2,559 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| 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.
Crookhill Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% 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 December 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 186 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Crookhill Community Primary School
Overview
Crookhill Community Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "welcoming and caring" environment where pupils are "happy" and "enjoy learning." Leaders have fostered a strong sense of teamwork among staff, resulting in high morale and a "safe and happy" atmosphere for both pupils and employees.
Strengths
- Pupils are "friendly, courteous" and behave well, with bullying being rare and conflicts resolved quickly and maturely.
- The curriculum in subjects such as mathematics is clear, with knowledge building progressively through short units of work.
- Younger pupils become "fluent and confident readers" through a systematic phonics programme that ensures accurate articulation.
- All pupils, including those with special educational needs, make "strong progress" and access the same learning opportunities.
- Staff morale is "very high," with leaders removing unnecessary bureaucracy and prioritising staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- "A few foundation subjects are not yet sufficiently well developed," with essential knowledge not precisely identified.
- Leaders must ensure that in all curriculum subjects, they identify the "essential pieces of knowledge" pupils need to learn across each year group.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with thorough training, meticulous record keeping, and a system where every staff member is responsible for spotting concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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