Stakeford Primary School
Choppington, NE62 5TZ · Northumberland · primary school
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54th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.3/10 against 2,425 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 32.0 · 4 | 40% | 0.14 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Stakeford Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 32.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 162 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 school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in higher standard attainment?
What Ofsted said about Stakeford Primary School
Overview
Stakeford Primary is described as a "friendly and inclusive school" where staff create an environment that makes pupils feel "happy, safe and welcome." The inspection confirms that pupils enjoy learning, behave well, and benefit from an "ambitious curriculum" that meets the needs of all, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Staff "really get to know every pupil," fostering a culture where "children come first" and bullying is rare.
- The early years provision is a strength, with children benefiting from "skilful modelling of language use" and settling in quickly.
- Reading is a clear priority, with staff equipped to deliver phonics well and the school investing in "high-quality books" to develop a love of reading.
- The school identifies additional needs for pupils with SEND "quickly and accurately," working effectively with external specialists and parents.
- Governors have a "good understanding of the school" and hold leaders to account regarding curriculum impact.
Areas to improve
- The school should implement a "school-wide approach to ongoing assessment in lessons" to ensure staff know when pupils are ready to move on, preventing delays in learning pace.
- Leaders must ensure a "consistent system is in place" to check the impact of the newly developed curriculum on pupils’ progress, as current systems are not consistently used well.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 32% |
| 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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