Kenton Bar Primary School
URN: 143267 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 3YF
Overview
- Name
- Kenton Bar Primary School
- URN
- 143267
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SMART MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elaine Boardman (since 2025) , Acting Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01912860536
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ryal Walk, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 3YF
Summary
Kenton Bar Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, serving approximately 275 pupils with a capacity for 420. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by its vision of "Belong, Believe, Achieve." This ethos encourages students to develop a strong sense of community and personal growth.
The curriculum at Kenton Bar Primary is designed to engage students in a variety of learning experiences. The school emphasizes creativity and practical learning, as evidenced by initiatives like the "Welly to Belly" project, which teaches students about sustainable food practices. Additionally, the school offers opportunities for professional development for staff, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (57.80%), Kenton Bar Primary is dedicated to supporting all families within its community. The school maintains open communication with parents through various platforms, including newsletters and a parent portal, ensuring that families are well-informed and actively involved in their children's education.
The curriculum at Kenton Bar Primary is designed to engage students in a variety of learning experiences. The school emphasizes creativity and practical learning, as evidenced by initiatives like the "Welly to Belly" project, which teaches students about sustainable food practices. Additionally, the school offers opportunities for professional development for staff, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (57.80%), Kenton Bar Primary is dedicated to supporting all families within its community. The school maintains open communication with parents through various platforms, including newsletters and a parent portal, ensuring that families are well-informed and actively involved in their children's education.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- @CommonSense (sen)
- https://t.co/Mt9kORGMu0 (sen)
- Parent and Carer Guide to SEND (sen)
- Pastoral and SEND (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Curriculum Policy (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
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SMART MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 275
- Boys
- 137
- Girls
- 138
- FSM %
- 57.80
- Open date
- 2016-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 275 | 137 | 138 | 420 | 57.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 326 | 156 | 170 | 420 | 53.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 281 | 122 | 159 | 420 | 67.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 281 | 122 | 159 | 420 | 67.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 281 | 120 | 161 | 400 | 62.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 300 | 134 | 166 | 400 | 56.50 |
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