Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 0BJ · Northumberland · primary school
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19th 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 3,837 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2/10 among 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2 out of 10 among them, against 6.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access Music Partnership for instrumental and vocal tuition, including keyboard and guitar lessons, as well as swimming.
Getting in
The published school roll is 220 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? How are the music and swimming sessions scheduled within the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection confirms that Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew’s Church of England Primary School “continues to be a good school.” Pupils are described as proud, safe, and enthusiastic learners who benefit from “warm and caring relationships” and high expectations. The curriculum is generally well-structured, particularly in core subjects, fostering a strong love of learning and reading.
Strengths
- The curriculum “interests and enthuses pupils,” with clear “big ideas” in subjects like mathematics and history that help pupils apply their knowledge.
- Reading is a “high priority,” with effective phonics teaching ensuring pupils become “skilled readers” who read “fluently by sight and using expression.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “access the full curriculum” through tailored strategies, such as breaking learning into “very small steps.”
- Behaviour is excellent, with “misbehaviour” and bullying being “exceptionally rare,” supported by swift leadership action.
- Staff feel “trusted and respected” in a “positive place” where leaders actively monitor and reduce workload.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in some foundation subjects, specifically physical education and computing, is “not as well structured or mapped out” as in other subjects. Leaders must ensure key knowledge and linking ideas are clearly identified for staff across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff maintaining an “‘it could happen here’ mentality” and leaders acting “swiftly to take decisive action on every concern.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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