Portobello Primary School
99%
Capacity
188
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Portobello Primary School
Portobello Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 189 places).
Ofsted has rated Portobello Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jayne Humphrey, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2651st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Portobello Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 20 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Portobello Primary School include Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Portobello 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Tamerton Drive, Chester le Street, Gateshead, DH3 2LY |
| Headteacher | Jayne Humphrey |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 189 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2651st of 13,686
Nationally
140th of 677
In North East
12th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
75%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
64
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tamerton Drive, Chester le Street
Gateshead, DH3 2LY
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