Parkhead Community Primary School
75%
Capacity
303
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Parkhead Community Primary School
Parkhead 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 303 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Parkhead Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Chard, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9708th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Parkhead Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 34 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 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 Parkhead Community Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Parkhead 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 | Park Lane, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Gateshead, NE21 6LT |
| Headteacher | Helen Chard |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 303 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.4% |
| School Capacity | 303 / 406 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9708th of 13,686
Nationally
512th of 677
In North East
48th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
54%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Lane, Blaydon-on-Tyne
Gateshead, NE21 6LT
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