Ivy Road Primary School
78%
Capacity
164
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Ivy Road Primary School
Ivy Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 164 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ivy Road Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Emma Taylor, it falls under North Tyneside 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 12984th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 38 in North Tyneside.
Ivy Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 21 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Ivy Road Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 52% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ivy Road Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Ivy Road 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 | Ivy Road Primary School, Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, NE12 9AP |
| Headteacher | Emma Taylor |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 164 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.7% |
| School Capacity | 164 / 210 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12984th of 13,686
Nationally
652nd of 677
In North East
35th of 38
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
35%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
27
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ivy Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Ivy Road Primary School, Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne
North Tyneside, NE12 9AP
Ivy Road Primary School, Forest Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne
North Tyneside, NE12 9AP
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