Forest Hall Primary School
75%
Capacity
157
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Forest Hall Primary School
Forest Hall 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 157 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Forest Hall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carmel Parker, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 26% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13414th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 38 in North Tyneside.
Forest Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 17 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 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 Forest Hall Primary School include Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Forest Hall 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 | Delaval Road, Forest Hall Primary School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North Tyneside, NE12 9BA |
| Headteacher | Carmel Parker |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 157 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.3% |
| School Capacity | 157 / 210 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (26%)
13414th of 13,686
Nationally
667th of 677
In North East
36th of 38
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
26%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
26%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Delaval Road, Forest Hall Primary School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
North Tyneside, NE12 9BA
Delaval Road, Forest Hall Primary School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
North Tyneside, NE12 9BA
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