Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School
93%
Capacity
293
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School
Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 293 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kevin Taggart, it falls under South Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7166th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 37 in South Tyneside.
Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 24 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (42 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, Jarrow Cross CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Borough Road, Jarrow, South Tyneside, NE32 5UW |
| Headteacher | Kevin Taggart |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 293 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.2% |
| School Capacity | 293 / 315 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7166th of 13,686
Nationally
383rd of 677
In North East
22nd of 37
In South Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Borough Road, Jarrow
South Tyneside, NE32 5UW
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