Kibblesworth Academy
Gateshead, NE11 0XP · Gateshead · primary school
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20th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.3/10 against 4,063 of them, against 7.0/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kibblesworth Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 12.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join American Flag Football, Cookery, and Dance Clubs, attend the Gateshead Schools Dance Festival, and visit Normandy. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 126 pupils against a stated capacity of 170. 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 in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the breakfast club? How does the school prepare pupils for the Normandy trip?
What Ofsted said about Kibblesworth Academy
Overview
Kibblesworth Academy continues to be a good school, where pupils feel valued, safe, and enjoy attending. Leaders maintain high expectations for both personal development and academic achievement, fostering a calm, orderly atmosphere with exemplary behaviour.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well-designed" and "ambitious for all pupils," including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Pupils achieve very well in mathematics and reading, supported by effective teaching strategies such as retrieval activities and consistent phonics instruction.
- Behaviour is described as "exemplary," with bullying incidents being "very rare" and dealt with promptly.
- Personal development is a "particular strength," with extensive opportunities for leadership, clubs, and links with external organisations enriching pupils’ experiences.
- Parents are "overwhelmingly positive" about the school, finding staff approachable and welcoming.
Areas to improve
- Strengthen the links between the early years curriculum and Year 1 in some foundation subjects to ensure learning progression is explicit.
- Fully implement planned approaches to improve retrieval practice in foundation subjects to help pupils retain knowledge from previous topics more securely.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff promptly identifying vulnerable pupils and working effectively with agencies to secure necessary help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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