Simonside Primary School
URN: 150329 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 4LG
Overview
- Name
- Simonside Primary School
- URN
- 150329
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ONE (OWL NORTH EAST) TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 32.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Thompson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912860776
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bedeburn Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 4LG
Summary
Simonside Primary School, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 297 pupils and a capacity of 315. The school prioritises creating a safe and supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially. Its ethos is encapsulated in the motto "Dream, believe and achieve," reflecting a commitment to fostering resilience and encouraging students to become positive global citizens.
The curriculum at Simonside Primary is designed to inspire a love of learning through quality teaching and diverse experiences. It encompasses a broad range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, and the arts, alongside a focus on personal, social, and health education (PSHE). The school also promotes cultural capital and offers various extracurricular activities to enhance students' learning experiences.
Simonside Primary School is dedicated to inclusivity and support, with a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (66.40%). The school actively engages with parents and the community, providing resources and information on safeguarding, special educational needs, and online safety to ensure a holistic approach to education and well-being.
The curriculum at Simonside Primary is designed to inspire a love of learning through quality teaching and diverse experiences. It encompasses a broad range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, and the arts, alongside a focus on personal, social, and health education (PSHE). The school also promotes cultural capital and offers various extracurricular activities to enhance students' learning experiences.
Simonside Primary School is dedicated to inclusivity and support, with a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (66.40%). The school actively engages with parents and the community, providing resources and information on safeguarding, special educational needs, and online safety to ensure a holistic approach to education and well-being.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Governors attendance (governance)
- Letters and consent forms (sen)
- Newcastle LA SEND inspection (sen)
- SEND Contacts (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- SEND Policy (sen)
- Support Assistant Level 2 (supporting SEND) (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
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
- ONE (OWL NORTH EAST) TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 297
- Boys
- 138
- Girls
- 159
- FSM %
- 66.40
- Open date
- 2024-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 297 | 138 | 159 | 315 | 66.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 275 | 128 | 147 | 315 | 67.40 |
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