Lemington Riverside Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 8RR · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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62nd 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 — 2.8/10 against 348 of them, against 1.8/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lemington Riverside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Science Club and Mandarin Club, participate in Newcastle United Foundation sports, and attend a residential trip to Ford Castle or a trip to France in 2026. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 216 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
How does the curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for pupils joining the Mandarin Club?
What Ofsted said about Lemington Riverside Primary School
Overview
Lemington Riverside Primary School is described as "well led" with a "distinct and positive culture for inclusion." The report highlights that leaders are "relentless in their work on inclusion," ensuring that pupils facing barriers to learning are supported effectively. While attainment in 2025 dipped, leaders have acted decisively, and pupils generally achieve outcomes close to the national average.
Strengths
- Leaders provide exceptional support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), including a personalised curriculum in 'The Bridge'.
- Staff create a "calm and orderly" environment where bullying is rare and pupils feel safe and valued.
- The early years curriculum is ambitious, with skilled staff helping children develop foundational skills and readiness for Year 1.
- Governors are "skilled and knowledgeable," providing appropriate challenge and support to school leaders.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of experiences, including residential trips and inclusive clubs, fostering a strong sense of community.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should embed recent developments in teaching to ensure pupils are supported consistently to secure basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Assessment in the wider curriculum needs to be consistent and used effectively to support pupils' progress.
- Leaders should develop approaches to further improve rates of attendance, which remains above the national average.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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