NCEA Bishop's Primary School
Academy Road, Ashington, NE63 9FZOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
NCEA Bishop's Primary School is a primary school in Ashington for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 171 schools in Northumberland. It ranks 58th of 68 primary schools in Northumberland. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 18 October 2022, report published 7 December 2022
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 18 October 2022
Pupils enjoy being at school. They feel safe, happy and well looked after. Pupils show respect for each other. They take turns, listen and work happily in pairs and groups. Younger pupils in early years do well. They quickly get used to routines and develop strong relationships with each other and adults. Behaviour in classes and on the playground is good. At breaktime, pupils enjoy a free sandwich, being active or just having a chat. Football is particularly popular. However, pupils say that some people get a little over exuberant at times. Pupils understand what bullying is. Some say it can happen at times but it is rare and adults are always available to help. Pupils are kind to each other and make everyone feel welcome. They would be very surprised to hear any inappropriate, prejudicial language. Pupils appreciate the extensive range of clubs and experiences that are available. One pupil commented, 'We get to learn the cello; not many children anywhere get that chance.' They are proud of their school. The school's LIGHT values of love, inclusivity, goodness, hope and truth reflect the expectations staff have for pupils. There is an ambition that all pupils will leave Year 6 and maximise their full potential.
What the school should improve
- At times, the implementation of some foundation subjects is not precise enough. As a result, pupils do not develop secure subject knowledge. Leaders should review how and what pupils will study to ensure that precise subject knowledge is accurately delivered.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
59 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
448 pupils on roll, with places for 510
Schools near NCEA Bishop's Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Ashington | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
| NCEA Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 41% met the expected standard |
| NCEA James Knott CofE Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
| Central Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| NCEA Grace Darling CofE Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 24% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- NORTHUMBERLAND CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Amy Thompson
- Phone
- 01670844323
- Address
- Academy Road, Ashington, NE63 9FZ
- Local authority
- Northumberland
- URN
- 145956
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.