Walbottle Village Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 8JL · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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27th 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 — 7.8/10 against 1,037 of them, against 6.1/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Walbottle Village Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 4.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 147 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll of 147?
What Ofsted said about Walbottle Village Primary School
Overview
Walbottle Village Primary School continues to be a good school, fostering an environment where pupils are described as ‘safe, happy and loved’. The inspection confirms that relationships are warm and respectful, with pupils demonstrating excellent behaviour and a strong sense of pride in their school community.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well across the full range of subjects, supported by a ‘seamless curriculum journey’ from early years to Year 6.
- Staff effectively identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access the full curriculum.
- The curriculum is carefully crafted, allowing pupils to use prior learning with confidence, such as applying map work in geography or number facts in mathematics.
- Leaders balance academic outcomes with personal development expertly, providing wide opportunities for social thriving and life skills.
- Most pupils have high attendance, with many described as eager to attend, and the school works effectively with families to support those with lower attendance.
Areas to improve
- Some early readers rely too much on segmenting and blending, hindering fluency; the school should support pupils to read words containing known phonics sounds with greater fluency.
- Systems for reviewing school and trust policies are inconsistent, with some not fully meeting current statutory requirements; clear mechanisms for routine reviews against latest guidance are needed.
Safeguarding
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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