Balliol Primary School
URN: 108603 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 8QP
Overview
- Name
- Balliol Primary School
- URN
- 108603
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open, but proposed to close
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 23.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lindsay Coates (Acting) (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01918142500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chesters Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 8QP
Summary
Balliol Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, serving 171 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where children feel safe and happy. The dedicated staff work closely with parents and governors to foster a calm and purposeful learning atmosphere, promoting both academic and personal development.
The curriculum at Balliol is designed to build children's vocabulary, knowledge, and skills through engaging learning opportunities, both in and out of the classroom. British values, including democracy and mutual respect, are integral to the school's ethos, encouraging students to contribute positively to their diverse community.
Balliol Primary School is committed to supporting all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. The school ensures that every child is valued and nurtured, providing tailored support to help them reach their full potential. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school to facilitate their child's educational journey. For further information, parents can contact the school office.
The curriculum at Balliol is designed to build children's vocabulary, knowledge, and skills through engaging learning opportunities, both in and out of the classroom. British values, including democracy and mutual respect, are integral to the school's ethos, encouraging students to contribute positively to their diverse community.
Balliol Primary School is committed to supporting all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. The school ensures that every child is valued and nurtured, providing tailored support to help them reach their full potential. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school to facilitate their child's educational journey. For further information, parents can contact the school office.
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- Term Dates & Holidays (other)
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- Welcome (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Front Street Community Primary School (78.9)
- West Jesmond Primary School (76.6)
- Cragside Primary School (76.5)
- Benton Park Primary School (76.2)
- Archibald First School (75.2)
Key details
- LA
- North Tyneside
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 171
- Boys
- 89
- Girls
- 82
- FSM %
- 48.80
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2025-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 171 | 89 | 82 | 210 | 48.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 161 | 85 | 76 | 210 | 50.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 143 | 81 | 62 | 210 | 49.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 143 | 81 | 62 | 210 | 49.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 147 | 75 | 72 | 210 | 48.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 154 | 85 | 69 | 210 | 42.20 |
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