Lancefield Avenue, Walker, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE6 2NP
10 simple reasons to choose Central Walker Church of England Primary School
State primary school (academy converter) and nursery in Walker, Newcastle upon Tyne.
For pupils aged 2 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 50%/50%).
Day school.
Church of England faith school.
Non-selective admissions policy.
Medium sized school with an average of two classes per year.
School not tied to any one senior school.
No fees.
10 better reasons to choose Central Walker Church of England Primary School
Schoolsmith Score®; 69.
One of the best state primary schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne and one of the 3 best independent or state primaries within 2 miles.
On average, 28.1 pupils per class and 25.8 pupils per teacher, from Year 1.
In the top 28% of schools in the country for attainment in Year 6 SATS exams, over the last 4 years. Most pupils go on to Benfield School or Walker Technology College at the end of Year 6.
School enhances the curriculum with topic based and thematic teaching for some foundation subjects, emphasising Christian social morality. British Council’s International School Award for international learning activities.
In the top 5% of schools in the country for pupil progress, over the last 4 years.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, French. There may be an occasional extra-curricular academic or hobby club.
School offers PE and up to 10 seasonal sports. Competitive teams in major sports from Year 3.
Art and music are taught as discrete subjects to all pupils. DT, drama, dance integrated into other subjects. Choir. There are some extra-curricular creative and performing arts clubs.
Rated as Good by Ofsted in its last full inspection in 2014.
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Newcastle High School, Juniors (2.1 miles); Newcastle Preparatory School (2.4 miles); RGS Junior School (2.4 miles).
State Primary Schools
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State Senior Schools
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