Richard Coates Church of England Primary School
URN: 122370 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE20 9QB
Overview
- Name
- Richard Coates Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 122370
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 68.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Heather Cape (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Thornhill Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE20 9QB
Summary
Richard Coates Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Northumberland. With a current enrolment of 519 pupils, the school exceeds its capacity of 420, reflecting its popularity within the community. The school serves a mixed-gender population and is committed to providing a nurturing environment that aligns with its Christian ethos.
The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that incorporates British values and promotes equal opportunities for all students. Richard Coates CE Primary aims to foster a supportive learning atmosphere, ensuring that each child receives the necessary guidance to thrive academically and socially. The school also places a strong focus on safeguarding, ensuring the safety and well-being of its pupils.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s mission, with various initiatives designed to involve families and local residents. Richard Coates CE Primary School is dedicated to creating a collaborative environment where students can develop their skills and values, preparing them for future challenges.
The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that incorporates British values and promotes equal opportunities for all students. Richard Coates CE Primary aims to foster a supportive learning atmosphere, ensuring that each child receives the necessary guidance to thrive academically and socially. The school also places a strong focus on safeguarding, ensuring the safety and well-being of its pupils.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s mission, with various initiatives designed to involve families and local residents. Richard Coates CE Primary School is dedicated to creating a collaborative environment where students can develop their skills and values, preparing them for future challenges.
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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
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 519
- Boys
- 248
- Girls
- 271
- FSM %
- 7.30
- Open date
- Close date
- 2019-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 519 | 248 | 271 | 420 | 7.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 519 | 248 | 271 | 420 | 7.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 519 | 248 | 271 | 420 | 7.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 519 | 248 | 271 | 420 | 7.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 519 | 248 | 271 | 420 | 7.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 519 | 248 | 271 | 420 | 7.30 |
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