Denbigh Community Primary School
106%
Capacity
444
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Denbigh Community Primary School
Denbigh Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 444 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Mark Holt, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
Denbigh Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 60 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
Denbigh Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (55 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Denbigh Community Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Denbigh 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 | Denbigh Avenue, Denbigh Ave, Howdon, Ne28 0ds, WALLSEND, North Tyneside, NE28 0DS |
| Headteacher | Mark Holt |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 444 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.8% |
| School Capacity | 444 / 420 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
55 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Denbigh Avenue, Denbigh Ave, Howdon, Ne28 0ds, WALLSEND
North Tyneside, NE28 0DS
Denbigh Avenue, Denbigh Ave, Howdon, Ne28 0ds, WALLSEND
North Tyneside, NE28 0DS
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