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2025 Best Primary Schools in Gateshead Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top primary and all-through schools across Gateshead. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Primary Schools in Gateshead

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State · Primary
#1GATESHEAD
#408England

St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell

Dryden Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 5TU
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
213 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 88 applications
Subscription: 2.9xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#2GATESHEAD
#886England

St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston

Ellison Road, Dunston, Gateshead, NE8 2QU
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
162 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School23 offers / 49 applications
Subscription: 2.1xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#3GATESHEAD
#968England

Kibblesworth Academy

West View, Kibblesworth, Gateshead, NE11 0XP
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
136 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School21 offers / 25 applications
Subscription: 1.2xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#4GATESHEAD
#1,301England

Brighton Avenue Primary School

Brighton Road, Gateshead, NE8 1XS
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
362 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School57 offers / 102 applications
Subscription: 1.8xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#5GATESHEAD
#1,650England

St Aidan's Church of England Primary School

Derwentwater Road, Gateshead, NE8 2HQ
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
Mixed
3-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School23 offers / 44 applications
Subscription: 1.9xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#6GATESHEAD
#1,933England

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead

Colegate, Leam Lane, Gateshead, NE10 8PP
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
331 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School35 offers / 72 applications
Subscription: 2.1xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#7GATESHEAD
#2,417England

Riverside Primary Academy

Colliery Road, Dunston, Gateshead, NE11 9DX
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
315 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School37 offers / 68 applications
Subscription: 1.8xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#8GATESHEAD
#2,547England

Larkspur Community Primary School

Beacon Lough East, Gateshead, NE9 6SS
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Requires Improvement
124 pupils
Mixed
2-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School8 offers / 19 applications
Subscription: 2.4xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#9GATESHEAD
#2,759England

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Gateshead

Dunsmuir Grove, Gateshead, NE8 4QL
Gateshead council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
230 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School29 offers / 63 applications
Subscription: 2.2xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Gateshead

Interactive map showing primary and all-through schools in Gateshead. Uses the same markers and behaviour as the map page.

Neighbourhoods in Gateshead

Beacon Lough is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#8Larkspur Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneRequires Improvement
Larkspur Community Primary School#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Requires Improvement

Bensham is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4Brighton Avenue Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
#5St Aidan's Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
#9Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, GatesheadStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicOutstanding
#33St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, GatesheadStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
N/AThe Gateshead Cheder Primary SchoolIndependentAll-through3-16 yearsBoysNoneInformation not available
N/AKeser Torah Boys' SchoolIndependentPrimary5-11 yearsBoysNoneInformation not available
Brighton Avenue Primary School#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Aidan's Church of England Primary School#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Gateshead#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead#33
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
The Gateshead Cheder Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 3-16 years
Gender: Boys
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available
Keser Torah Boys' SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Boys
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Bill Quay is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#13Bill Quay Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Bill Quay Primary School#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Carr Hill is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#23Carr Hill Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Carr Hill Community Primary School#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Chowdene is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#22Oakfield Junior School, GatesheadStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Oakfield Junior School, Gateshead#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Deckham is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12South Street Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
South Street Community Primary School#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Dunston is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, DunstonStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#7Riverside Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#18Caedmon Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#20Dunston Hill Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Riverside Primary Academy#7
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Caedmon Community Primary School#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Dunston Hill Community Primary School#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Felling is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#28The Drive Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#31Brandling Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#34Falla Park Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#35Roman Road Primary School, GatesheadStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
The Drive Community Primary School#28
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Brandling Primary School#31
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Falla Park Community Primary School#34
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Roman Road Primary School, Gateshead#35
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Harlow Green is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#16Harlow Green Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#19St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Harlow GreenStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Harlow Green Community Primary School#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Harlow Green#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Kelvin Grove is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#24Kelvin Grove Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Kelvin Grove Community Primary School#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Kibblesworth is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Kibblesworth AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Kibblesworth Academy#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Leam Lane is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#6St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, GatesheadStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Leam Lane Estate is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#10Lingey House Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Lingey House Primary School#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Lobley Hill is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11Lobley Hill Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#32Glynwood Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Lobley Hill Primary School#11
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Glynwood Community Primary School#32
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Low Fell is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low FellStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#15Kells Lane Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AOakfield Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AGateshead Jewish Nursery SchoolIndependentPrimary2-5 yearsGirlsNoneInformation not available
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Kells Lane Primary School#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Oakfield Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Gateshead Jewish Nursery SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-5 years
Gender: Girls
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Information not available

Old Fold is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#29Bede Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#36St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, GatesheadStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
Bede Community Primary School#29
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead#36
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Pelaw is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#30St Alban's Catholic Primary School, PelawStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Pelaw#30
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

Springwell is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#25Springwell Village Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#26Fell Dyke Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Springwell Village Primary School#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Fell Dyke Community Primary School#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Wardley is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#14White Mere Community Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#21Wardley Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
White Mere Community Primary School#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Wardley Primary School#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Windy Nook is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#17Windy Nook Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Windy Nook Primary School#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Wrekenton is a popular residential pocket within the Gateshead area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Gateshead and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#27St Oswald's Catholic Primary, WrekentonStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
St Oswald's Catholic Primary, Wrekenton#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good

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