Barley Mow Primary School
63%
Capacity
166
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Barley Mow Primary School
Barley Mow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 166 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Barley Mow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Cuthbertson, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7390th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Barley Mow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 22 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barley Mow Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Barley Mow Primary School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pembroke Avenue, Birtley, Chester le Street, Gateshead, DH3 2DJ |
| Headteacher | Louise Cuthbertson |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 166 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.9% |
| School Capacity | 166 / 262 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7390th of 13,686
Nationally
396th of 677
In North East
38th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pembroke Avenue, Birtley, Chester le Street
Gateshead, DH3 2DJ
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