Welbeck Academy
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE6 2QL · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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22nd 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 — 7.0/10 against 133 of them, against 4.5/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.20 |
| 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.
Welbeck Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools). An inspection in November 2025 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 459 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
Since the higher standard attainment is below the national median, what specific support is provided to pupils aiming for that level? How does the new inspection framework’s separate grading affect the school’s current improvement plans?
What Ofsted said about Welbeck Academy
Overview
Welbeck Academy is described as a school where "pupils flourish in their development" and feel a "deep sense of belonging." The inspection highlights a "highly inclusive" environment with "exemplary" behaviour and a "well-designed curriculum" that secures strong foundations for pupils’ next steps.
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are rated at a "Strong standard," with "exemplary" conduct and an "innovative and relentless" approach to reducing persistent absence.
- The curriculum is "well-designed," helping pupils "carefully build their knowledge and skills over time" with "expertly taught" progression in writing and reading.
- Inclusion is praised as "highly inclusive," with "prompt and targeted support" ensuring no pupil is left behind, particularly disadvantaged pupils who "do especially well."
- Early years provision is "Strong," with children making a "great start" through "warm and caring relationships" and a "carefully sequenced" curriculum.
- Personal development offers "high-quality opportunities," including relevant PSHE topics and enrichment activities that help pupils "broaden their horizons."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "further refine the rigorous implementation of the curriculum to strengthen achievement and make sure that all pupils achieve as well as they can."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing "an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and concerns are actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 29% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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