Fellside Community Primary School
109%
Capacity
228
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Fellside Community Primary School
Fellside 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 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fellside Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Green, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3160th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Fellside Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Fellside Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Fellside 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 | Fellside Road, Fellside Community Primary School, Fellside Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead, NE16 5AY |
| Headteacher | Caroline Green |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.5% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3160th of 13,686
Nationally
169th of 677
In North East
16th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
73%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
107
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fellside Road, Fellside Community Primary School, Fellside Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Gateshead, NE16 5AY
Fellside Road, Fellside Community Primary School, Fellside Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Gateshead, NE16 5AY
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