Brandling Primary School
105%
Capacity
225
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Brandling Primary School
Brandling 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 225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 214 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brandling Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Aimi Clennell, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12193rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 57th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Brandling Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 27 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Brandling Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brandling Primary School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Brandling 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 | Mulberry Street, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE10 0JB |
| Headteacher | Aimi Clennell |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.4% |
| School Capacity | 225 / 214 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12193rd of 13,686
Nationally
617th of 677
In North East
57th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mulberry Street, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE10 0JB
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