Birtley East Community Primary School
64%
Capacity
196
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Birtley East Community Primary School
Birtley East Community 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 196 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Birtley East Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Miles, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8781st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Birtley East Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Birtley East Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birtley East Community Primary School include Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Coding, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Birtley East Community 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 | Highfield, Birtley, Gateshead, DH3 1QQ |
| Headteacher | Anna Miles |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.2% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 308 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8781st of 13,686
Nationally
457th of 677
In North East
44th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Highfield, Birtley
Gateshead, DH3 1QQ
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