Kelvin Grove Community Primary School
96%
Capacity
373
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Kelvin Grove Community Primary School
Kelvin Grove 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 373 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 390 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kelvin Grove Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jill Thompson, 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 6767th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 61 in Gateshead.
Kelvin Grove Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 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 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 Kelvin Grove Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Eco Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Kelvin Grove 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 | Kelvin Grove, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE8 4UN |
| Headteacher | Jill Thompson |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 373 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.2% |
| School Capacity | 373 / 390 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6767th of 13,686
Nationally
362nd of 677
In North East
33rd 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
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kelvin Grove, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE8 4UN
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