Fell Dyke Community Primary School
81%
Capacity
292
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Fell Dyke Community Primary School
Fell Dyke Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 292 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fell Dyke Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Savage, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8548th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 61 in Gateshead.
Fell Dyke Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fell Dyke Community Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Eco Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 66.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Fell Dyke 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 | Springwell Road, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE9 7AA |
| Headteacher | Kate Savage |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 292 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 66.5% |
| School Capacity | 292 / 360 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8548th of 13,686
Nationally
442nd of 677
In North East
43rd of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
58%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
42
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Springwell Road, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE9 7AA
Journey to School
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