Brunton First School
| Type | Primary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 4-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Roseden Way Newcastle Great Park Newcastle-upon-Tyne Tyne and Wear NE13 9BD |
| Reference Number | 135286 |
Brunton First School continues to perform well, maintaining the standards set in its previous inspection. The nurturing and inclusive environment fosters character development, where pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning. Engagement in a newly ambitious curriculum is evident, contributing to pupils' achievements, particularly in reading and mathematics. The school excels in ensuring the well-being of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, and encourages active participation in extra-curricular and community activities.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 451 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.56%
Girls: 51.44% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 2.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 30.1 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37 | 53 | 90 |
| 2 | 46 | 44 | 90 |
| 3 | 42 | 48 | 90 |
| 4 | 51 | 40 | 91 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 71.2% |
| Indian | 4.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.7% |
| White & Asian | 3.1% |
| African | 3.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% |
| White, Other | 1.3% |
| Unclassified | 1.3% |
| Asian, Other | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 0.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 Oct 2024 | School inspection |
| 11 Jul 2019 | Short inspection |
| 03 Nov 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Nurturing and inclusive school environment.
- Effective character development programs for pupils.
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum, particularly in core subjects.
- Strong support and inclusion for pupils with SEND.
- Excellent early reading initiatives leading to confident, fluent readers.
- Well-prepared early years curriculum fostering children's development.
- Positive behaviour management strategies promote kindness and respect.
- Strong engagement with community and cultural activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Some foundation subjects lack clarity on key knowledge needed for success.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 106 | 13 |
| Third Preference | 51 | 3 |
| From another Local Authority | 11 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Havannah First School
Primrose Lane, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE13 9FR |
0.85 miles |
|
North Fawdon Primary School
Brotherlee Road, Fawdon, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 2SL |
0.96 miles |
|
Hazlewood Community Primary School
Canterbury Way, Wideopen, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE13 6JJ |
1.11 miles |
|
Regent Farm First School
Wansbeck Road South, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3PE |
1.23 miles |
|
Grange First School
Norham Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 2NP |
1.3 miles |
|
Gosforth Park First School
Granville Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 5JQ |
1.31 miles |
|
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth
Hartford Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 5LE |
1.37 miles |
|
St Charles' Catholic Primary School
Regent Farm Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3HE |
1.44 miles |
|
Gosforth East Middle School
Harewood Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 5JT |
1.44 miles |
|
Greenfields Community Primary School
Taylor Avenue, Wideopen, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE13 6NB |
1.56 miles |
|
Kingston Park Primary School
Cranleigh Avenue, Kingston Park, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 2EL |
1.64 miles |
|
Gosforth Junior High Academy
Regent Avenue, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 1EE |
1.68 miles |
|
Gosforth Central Middle School
Great North Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 1UN |
1.7 miles |
|
Mountfield Primary School
Kirkwood Drive, North Kenton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3AT |
1.73 miles |
|
Archibald First School
Archibald Street, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 1EB |
1.76 miles |
|
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Kenton
Balmain Road, North Kenton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3QR |
1.84 miles |
|
Dinnington First School
Sycamore Avenue, Dinnington Village, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE13 7JY |
1.95 miles |
|
Archbishop Runcie CofE First School
Christon Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 1US |
1.96 miles |
|
Kenton Bar Primary School
Ryal Walk, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3YF |
1.96 miles |
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Wyndham Primary School
Wyndsail Place, Kenton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 4QP |
2.2 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Great Park Academy
Primrose Lane, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE13 9FR |
0.58 miles |
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Gosforth Academy
Knightsbridge, Great North Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 2JH |
1.42 miles |
|
Kenton School
Drayton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3RU |
1.92 miles |
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Newcastle School for Boys
30 West Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 4ES |
1.95 miles |
|
North Gosforth Academy
Dudley Lane, Seaton Burn, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE13 6EJ |
2.1 miles |
|
Brenkley School
3-5 Brenkley Way, Blezard Business Park, Seaton Burn, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE13 6DS |
2.12 miles |
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Westfield School
Oakfield Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 4HS |
2.22 miles |
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Hopespring Newcastle
Chesters Avenue (on corner of Aydon Gardens), Longbenton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 8UZ |
2.23 miles |
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St Mary's Catholic School
Benton Park Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE7 7PE |
2.5 miles |
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Callerton Academy
Bedeburn Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 4JQ |
2.66 miles |
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Longbenton High School
Hailsham Avenue, Longbenton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE12 8ER |
2.81 miles |
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George Stephenson High School
Southgate, Killingworth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE12 6SA |
2.96 miles |
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Percy Hedley School
West Lane, Killingworth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE12 7BH |
2.98 miles |
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Benton House School
Benton House, Front Street, Benton, NE7 7XE |
2.99 miles |
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Northern Counties School
Tankerville Terrace, Jesmond, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 3BB |
3.13 miles |
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Thomas Bewick School
Linhope Road, West Denton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE5 2LW |
3.22 miles |
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Newcastle High School for Girls GDST
|
3.24 miles |
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Jesmond Park Academy
Jesmond Park West, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE7 7DP |
3.28 miles |
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Dame Allan's Schools
Fowberry Crescent, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE4 9YJ |
3.38 miles |
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Studio West
West Denton Way, West Denton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 2SZ |
3.39 miles |