Cheviot Primary School
83%
Capacity
203
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Cheviot Primary School
Cheviot Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 244 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cheviot Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Gallon, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5351st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Cheviot Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 17 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cheviot Primary School include Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 76.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Cheviot 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 | Yetholm Place, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 4EB |
| Headteacher | Lee Gallon |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 76.4% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 244 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5351st of 13,686
Nationally
282nd of 677
In North East
22nd of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
67%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cheviot Primary School
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Contact Information
Yetholm Place, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 4EB
Yetholm Place, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 4EB
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