Blaydon West Primary School
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Capacity
179
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Blaydon West Primary School
Blaydon West 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 179 pupils on roll. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Blaydon West Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Brown, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7063rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Blaydon West Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 25 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blaydon West Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Blaydon West 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 | Blaydon Bank, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Gateshead, NE21 4PY |
| Headteacher | Simon Brown |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.9% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7063rd of 13,686
Nationally
373rd of 677
In North East
35th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
62%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blaydon Bank, Blaydon-on-Tyne
Gateshead, NE21 4PY
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