A good foundation school school in Newcastle upon Tyne. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Hotspur Primary School.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 100.0 | 103.0 |
| 2023 | 101.0 | 103.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends
Derived insights and analysis
Declining trend (-0.5 per year)
Down -0.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Quality with Equality, Creativity with Rigour and Entitlement with Diversity."
breakfast club, after school club, nursery wraparound and holiday provision
Hotspur is described as an inclusive school that aims to provide a safe, supportive, creative, friendly and fun environment where all pupils can flourish. The SEND provision is led by a designated SENDCo and Thrive Champion (Leanne Pearson), with roles including Learning and Equalities Champion & Leader of Extended Services (Steve Crosthwaite) and Family Support Worker (Melanie Rye); a School Counselling Provider (David Mather) is also listed. The school emphasizes inclusive teaching under a framework described as the Essence of Teaching and notes that some pupils with additional needs may receive small group or individual Thrive plans, with parents informed if such plans are in place. The SEND information stresses a child-centered, personalised approach and high expectations to enable progress socially, emotionally and academically, with preparation for transitions to secondary education.
Admissions are the responsibility of Hotspur’s Governing Body as the Admissions Authority and follow Newcastle City Council guidance. Pupils are admitted to Reception in September of the academic year they turn 5. The admissions policy includes over-subscription criteria. In-year admissions are handled by the Civic Centre in accordance with the policy. Nursery admissions follow a separate policy, with intake from ages 3 or 4 depending on term and availability. Tours and application processes are outlined on the admissions pages.
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