Dunn Street Primary School
94%
Capacity
138
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Dunn Street Primary School
Dunn Street Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 138 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 147 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dunn Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Trotter, it falls under South Tyneside local authority.
Dunn Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 15 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 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 Dunn Street Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 63.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, Dunn Street 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Minster Parade, Jarrow, South Tyneside, NE32 3QH |
| Headteacher | Michelle Trotter |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 138 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 63.6% |
| School Capacity | 138 / 147 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
17
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (82% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Minster Parade, Jarrow
South Tyneside, NE32 3QH
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