Best Primary Schools in Newcastle upon Tyne 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 72 schools across Newcastle upon Tyne. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

19%

Outstanding rate

65.7%

Avg KS2 SATs

37.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Throckley Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥈	Cragside Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
🥉	Knop Law Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
4.	West Jesmond Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
5.	Benton Park Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
6.	Beech Hill Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
7.	St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
8.	St Vincents Catholic Primary School, Newcastle Primary	Good	73	View school
9.	Byker Primary School Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
10.	Walbottle Village Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
11.	St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
12.	St Charles' Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
13.	Atkinson Road Primary Academy Primary	Good	70	View school
14.	Bridgewater Primary School Primary	Outstanding	70	View school
15.	St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, West Denton Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
16.	St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
17.	Tyneview Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
18.	Milecastle Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
19.	Newburn Manor Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
20.	St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton Primary	Outstanding	69	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Newcastle upon Tyne?

There are 72 primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, of which 14 (19%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Newcastle upon Tyne is Throckley Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Primary and secondary school applications in Newcastle upon Tyne are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Newcastle upon Tyne council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Newcastle upon Tyne?

19% of primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne are rated Outstanding and 75% are rated Good. 80.4% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.