PrimaryData as of May 2026

Central Primary School

Milburn Road, Ashington, NE63 0AX

Foundation school

Pupils

653

Ages

2-11

FSM

59.9%

Capacity

1,036

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

65.0%

Writing

73.0%

Maths

62.0%

RWM Combined

52.0%

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About Central Primary School

Central Primary School is a primary school in Ashington, Northumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 653 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Milburn Road, Ashington, NE63 0AX | More schools in Northumberland

Ofsted inspection history

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

Oct 2023 — Good
May 2021 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Oct 2019 — Requires improvement
Jul 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Central Primary School

What is Central Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Central Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Central Primary School's latest exam results?

Central Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Central Primary School located?

Central Primary School is a primary school in Ashington, Northumberland (NE63 0AX).

How many pupils attend Central Primary School?

Central Primary School has around 653 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Central Primary School with other schools?

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