Oakfield Infant School
81%
Capacity
146
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Oakfield Infant School
Oakfield Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 146 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Oakfield Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Chisholm, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
Oakfield Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 45 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakfield Infant School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Oakfield Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Chowdene Bank, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE9 6JH |
| Headteacher | Kate Chisholm |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 146 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.5% |
| School Capacity | 146 / 180 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chowdene Bank, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE9 6JH
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