Eastlea Primary School
Cramlington, NE23 3ST · Northumberland · primary school
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31st 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.5/10 against 2,685 of them, against 4.0/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eastlea Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% 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 it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, the Pearl of Africa Children's Choir, and trips including a York residential for Year 6 and a Harvest Hike.
Getting in
The published school roll is 235 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
Since the expected standard in literacy and numeracy is below the national median, what specific support is provided to pupils who are not meeting targets? How does the school manage class sizes given the current over-capacity status?
What Ofsted said about Eastlea Primary School
Overview
Eastlea Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils enjoy their learning in a "warm and welcoming" environment where they achieve well and demonstrate strong relationships with staff. The school prepares pupils effectively for their next steps, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils are "good ambassadors for the positive ethos and culture," showing tolerance, care, and good conduct.
- The "broad and ambitious curriculum" prepares pupils effectively, with strong foundations in reading and numeracy from Reception.
- Staff provide "timely and effective additional support" for pupils with SEND, ensuring they learn the full curriculum alongside peers.
- Attendance is above the national average, supported by successful collaboration with families.
- Staff workload is well managed, and the governing board supports and challenges the school effectively.
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, checks on what pupils know and remember are not used to sufficient effect, meaning pupils’ knowledge does not always build as well as it could.
Safeguarding
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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