King Edward Primary School
110%
Capacity
461
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About King Edward Primary School
King Edward Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 461 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated King Edward Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Byrne, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6170th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 38 in North Tyneside.
King Edward Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 57 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
King Edward Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (90 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 King Edward Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Coding, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, King Edward 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 | Preston Avenue, North Tyneside, North Tyneside, NE30 2BD |
| Headteacher | Kate Byrne |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 461 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 461 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6170th of 13,686
Nationally
323rd of 677
In North East
19th of 38
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
90 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About King Edward Primary School
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Contact Information
Preston Avenue, North Tyneside
North Tyneside, NE30 2BD
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