Highfield Community Primary School
73%
Capacity
115
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Highfield Community Primary School
Highfield 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 115 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Highfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Spencer, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12993rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 61 in Gateshead.
Highfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 10 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
Highfield Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highfield Community Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Highfield 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 | Whinfield Way, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, NE39 2JE |
| Headteacher | Claire Spencer |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 115 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.6% |
| School Capacity | 115 / 158 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12993rd of 13,686
Nationally
653rd of 677
In North East
61st of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
35%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
31
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whinfield Way, Rowlands Gill
Gateshead, NE39 2JE
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