Newbottle Primary Academy
Houghton le Spring, DH4 4EE · Sunderland · primary school
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59th of 73 primary schools in Sunderland we can score, 81 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 — 4.8/10 against 4,203 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Newbottle Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection took place 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 KS1 and KS2 choirs, or play brass, drums, guitar, or keyboard. Skipping is offered as a sport, and trips have included Derwent Hill, Cumbria, and Serre Chevalier, France.
Getting in
The published school roll is 437 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the separate inspection grades from June 2026 being addressed in daily teaching?
What Ofsted said about Newbottle Primary Academy
Overview
Newbottle Primary Academy is described as a school where pupils "enjoy coming to school" and "feel safe and that they belong." The report states that pupils "achieve well" and are "well prepared for their next stage in education," supported by an "ambitious and broad curriculum." Leaders and staff work effectively to ensure high standards of attendance, behaviour, and inclusion.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well, with disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs making good progress.
- Attendance is promoted effectively through "rigorous systems" and "meaningful relationships with families."
- Behaviour is positive, with bullying "not a concern for pupils" and clear routines established from Nursery.
- The early years provision is "highly effective," creating a "caring and nurturing environment."
- Staff are "knowledgeable," valued, and benefit from a "culture of sharing of best practice."
Areas to improve
- Strengthen monitoring of systems to reduce barriers to learning with "increasing rigour."
- Address gaps in pupils' foundational reading and writing skills to ensure they are "quickly narrowed."
- Ensure the personal development programme is tailored so "all pupils can benefit from the school's offer."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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