Emmaville Primary School
110%
Capacity
460
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Emmaville Primary School
Emmaville Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Emmaville Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher A E Armstrong, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5850th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Emmaville Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 59 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Emmaville Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.5/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (95 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Emmaville Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Emmaville 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 | Main Street, Ryton, Gateshead, NE40 4ND |
| Headteacher | A E Armstrong |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.9% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5850th of 13,686
Nationally
310th of 677
In North East
29th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
95 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emmaville Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Street, Ryton
Gateshead, NE40 4ND
Journey to School
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