High Spen Primary School
77%
Capacity
184
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About High Spen Primary School
High Spen 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 184 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated High Spen Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Firth, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5278th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 61 in Gateshead.
High Spen Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 24 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 High Spen Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, High Spen 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 | Hugar Road, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, NE39 2BQ |
| Headteacher | Andrew Firth |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.6% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 240 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5278th of 13,686
Nationally
276th of 677
In North East
25th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
67%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hugar Road, Rowlands Gill
Gateshead, NE39 2BQ
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