Darras Hall Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE20 9DS · Northumberland · primary school
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1st of 60 primary schools in Northumberland we can score, 127 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 the 1,942 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.1/10 among them, against 8.9/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 28.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Darras Hall Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 28.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2023-12. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.1 out of 10 among them, against 8.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest Club, Multi Skills Club, choirs, football, judo, karate, badminton, hip hop dance, and Irish dancing. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 459 pupils against a stated capacity of 510. 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 do not reach the higher standard? What specific activities are included in the Multi Skills Club?
What Ofsted said about Darras Hall Primary School
Overview
This inspection found a school with a "true spirit of community" where pupils "thrive" and achieve "exceptionally well." Leaders provide a "first-rate education" that is "knowledge rich and culturally diverse," supported by staff who show "genuine care" for pupils. The school maintains "exemplary" behaviour and attitudes, fostering a positive and inclusive culture.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," providing pupils with a "deep body of knowledge" that is "well sequenced" and builds skills coherently.
- Teachers possess "appropriate depth of subject knowledge" and effectively adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Reading is a high priority, with "frequent and timely support" helping pupils become "fluent and confident readers."
- Pupils’ personal development is "exceptional," with a strong focus on values, resilience, and understanding equality and diversity.
- Staff receive "highly effective professional development," and the school prioritises manageable workloads and staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- In the early years, adults sometimes do not develop children’s language with "enough rigour and precision."
- Early years staff occasionally fail to ensure children "engage quickly enough in purposeful activity."
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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