Harlow Green Community Primary School
91%
Capacity
384
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Harlow Green Community Primary School
Harlow Green 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 384 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Harlow Green Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mustafaa Malik, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6721st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 61 in Gateshead.
Harlow Green Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 44 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Harlow Green Community Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Harlow Green 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 | Harlow Green Lane, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE9 7TB |
| Headteacher | Mustafaa Malik |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 384 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.9% |
| School Capacity | 384 / 420 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6721st of 13,686
Nationally
356th of 677
In North East
32nd of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
63%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
120
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Harlow Green Lane, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE9 7TB
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