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Bothal Primary School

Wansbeck Road, Ashington, NE63 8HZ

Foundation school

Pupils

738

Ages

2-11

FSM

17.0%

Capacity

650

Ofsted

Outstanding

Oct 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

83.0%

Maths

76.0%

RWM Combined

66.0%

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About Bothal Primary School

Bothal Primary School is a primary school in Ashington, Northumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 66% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 738 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Wansbeck Road, Ashington, NE63 8HZ | More schools in Northumberland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Bothal Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Oct 2023 — Outstanding
Apr 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bothal Primary School

What is Bothal Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Bothal Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Bothal Primary School's latest exam results?

Bothal Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 66% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Bothal Primary School located?

Bothal Primary School is a primary school in Ashington, Northumberland (NE63 8HZ).

How many pupils attend Bothal Primary School?

Bothal Primary School has around 738 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Bothal Primary School with other schools?

View Bothal Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Northumberland.