Preston Grange Primary School
91%
Capacity
218
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Preston Grange Primary School
Preston Grange 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 218 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Preston Grange Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher T A Taylor, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2261st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 38 in North Tyneside.
Preston Grange Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 22 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Preston Grange Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Dance, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Preston Grange 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 | Chiltern Road, North Shields, North Tyneside, NE29 9QL |
| Headteacher | T A Taylor |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 240 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2261st of 13,686
Nationally
115th of 677
In North East
8th of 38
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
77%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chiltern Road, North Shields
North Tyneside, NE29 9QL
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