Carr Hill Community Primary School
87%
Capacity
321
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Carr Hill Community Primary School
Carr Hill 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 321 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 369 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Carr Hill Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Harris, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9963rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Carr Hill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 38 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Carr Hill Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Carr Hill 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 | Carr Hill Road, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE9 5NB |
| Headteacher | Paul Harris |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 321 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.6% |
| School Capacity | 321 / 369 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9963rd of 13,686
Nationally
524th of 677
In North East
50th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
53%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Carr Hill Road, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE9 5NB
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