Richard Coates Church of England Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE20 9QB · Northumberland · primary school
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23rd 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 3,930 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 6.0/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| 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.
Richard Coates Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% 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 10.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club. Activities include yoga, badminton, futsal, karate, judo, choir, craft club, mindfulness, and TINY TASTERS.
Getting in
The published school roll is 328 pupils against a stated capacity of 380. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to maintain engagement during the transition from Key Stage 1 to 2? How are the various clubs and sports scheduled to ensure broad participation across the year?
What Ofsted said about Richard Coates Church of England Primary School
Overview
Richard Coates Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy their time in an inclusive environment shaped by a strong Christian ethos. Leaders set high expectations for achievement, resulting in good behaviour and a positive attitude towards learning among students. The report highlights effective leadership and a curriculum that generally builds knowledge step-by-step, though some inconsistencies remain in specific areas.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-designed, with essential knowledge mapped to build progressively, supported by a rich extra-curricular offer.
- A new phonics approach is improving reading outcomes, with pupils gaining security in phonic knowledge and confidence in fluency.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported through exemplary individual plans and appropriate curriculum adaptations.
- Early years children in Reception are highly engaged, with adults skilled at probing thinking and correcting misconceptions.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with detailed checks on staff and clear procedures for addressing concerns.
Areas to improve
- Leaders need to secure greater consistency in curriculum implementation, ensuring prerequisite knowledge is secured before introducing more demanding work.
- The implementation of the early years curriculum is variable, particularly in Nursery and outdoor provision, requiring leaders to iron out inconsistencies to extend learning effectively.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring staff receive necessary training and that concerns are followed up straightaway to provide pupils with the right support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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