Benton Park Primary School

URN: 108459 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE7 7SS

Overview

Name
Benton Park Primary School
URN
108459
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
76.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dominic Martin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01912665122
Website
Visit
Address
Corchester Walk, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE7 7SS

Summary

Benton Park Primary School, located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is a mixed foundation school serving 462 pupils with a capacity of 458. Established in 1952, the school has a long-standing commitment to inclusivity and community engagement, welcoming not just students but their families and wider community members. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its vision of being a supportive environment where kindness and effort are paramount.

The curriculum at Benton Park is designed to foster knowledge acquisition, critical thinking, and effective communication. It aims to prepare students for future challenges while encouraging them to express their ideas creatively across various mediums. The school prioritises tailored learning experiences to ensure that every child can succeed, regardless of their starting point.

Benton Park also places a strong emphasis on additional support through initiatives like the Pupil Premium strategy, which allocates funding to assist eligible pupils, and the PE Sports Premium, aimed at enhancing physical education. The school actively engages with parents and values their feedback, as evidenced by a high recommendation rate from families.

Key details

LA
Newcastle upon Tyne
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
458
Pupils
462
Boys
228
Girls
234
FSM %
11.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2015-06-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 462 228 234 458 11.90
2024-09-11 456 229 227 458 10.10
2023-09-11 443 227 216 450 14.10
2022-09-11 443 227 216 450 14.10
2021-09-11 445 231 214 450 14.50
2020-09-11 442 239 203 450 11.60

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