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Cragside Primary School
Cragside, High Heaton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE7 7EL, Newcastle upon Tyne
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
96.2 / 100
Top 4%
Better than 96% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
407
Capacity
420
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
97%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and a strong performance in KS2, where 83% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out in Newcastle upon Tyne. It ranks in the top 9% nationally for expected outcomes, showcasing its commitment to academic excellence. While 78% of parents express satisfaction, indicating a generally positive school environment, there is room for improvement in achieving higher standards, as only 12% reach this level.
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Last inspected: 18 March 2025Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 83% | Top 9% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 12% | Top 28% UK |
Parent View (176 responses)
★★★★★3.7
My child feels safe
96%
My child is happy
94%
My child makes good progress
89%
Behaviour is good
88%
Good range of subjects
85%
School has high expectations
81%
Progress is communicated
80%
I'd recommend this school
78%
School keeps me informed
76%
School supports development
73%
Good range of extra-curricular
69%
School responds to concerns
49%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British68.6%
Asian Other7.4%
Asian Pakistani5.4%
Mixed Other4.2%
White Other2.5%
Other2.5%
Asian Bangladeshi2.5%
Asian Indian2.0%
Mixed W+B African1.7%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Asian Chinese1.0%
Black African0.5%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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54.99908, -1.58744 · NE7 7EL
School details
Local authorityNewcastle upon Tyne
RegionNorth East
URN108465
School typeFoundation school
Websitewww.cragsideprimary.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Cragside Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Cragside Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 18 March 2025.
Is Cragside Primary School a good school?
Cragside Primary School scores 96.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 4% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Cragside Primary School?
Based on 176 Ofsted Parent View responses, Cragside Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 74% across all parent survey questions.
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