Knop Law Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 1DS · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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12th of 63 primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne we can score, 72 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 — 8.4/10 against 2,601 of them, against 7.4/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 62% | 5.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 38% | 1.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Knop Law Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Choir, First Aid, Yoga, Quidditch, Razzamataz, Guitar, Flute, and Clarinet. Sports options cover Football, Multi-skills, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Basketball, and Dodgeball, alongside Dance. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 398 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 reach the expected standard but not the higher standard? What specific support is available for children joining the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Knop Law Primary School
Overview
Knop Law Primary School is described as “warm and welcoming,” with pupils who are “proud to be a part of this school.” The report highlights an “ambitious and engaging” curriculum and an “exceptional” personal development offer that fosters resilience and civic responsibility. While most pupils achieve well and behaviour is calm and purposeful, the inspection identifies specific inconsistencies in checking learning and early years provision.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “aspirational” and helps pupils deepen knowledge through daily reading and subjects like computing.
- Personal development is “exceptional,” with pupils developing “civic responsibility” and understanding of equalities through clubs and leadership opportunities.
- Staff have the “expertise to deliver the aspirational curriculum” and relationships between staff and pupils are “delightful.”
- Reading is a clear priority, with children learning to read quickly from Reception and receiving “timely and effective support.”
- The leadership team is “reflective and committed,” ensuring staff feel well supported and their workload is considered.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the school does not consistently check whether pupils have learned and remembered content, leaving “occasional gaps in some pupils’ understanding” unaddressed.
- The early years environment does not provide enough opportunities for children to independently apply knowledge, making them “over reliant on adult-led activities.”
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 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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