Crookhill Community Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Crookhill Community Primary School
Crookhill Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Crookhill Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kristine McCormack, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5895th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Crookhill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 28 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 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 Crookhill Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Crookhill 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hexham Old Road, Ryton, Gateshead, NE40 3ES |
| Headteacher | Kristine McCormack |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.8% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5895th of 13,686
Nationally
312th of 677
In North East
30th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
65%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hexham Old Road, Ryton
Gateshead, NE40 3ES
Journey to School
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