Ravensworth Terrace Primary School
91%
Capacity
382
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Ravensworth Terrace Primary School
Ravensworth Terrace 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 382 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Ravensworth Terrace Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Ramanandi, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4747th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 61 in Gateshead.
Ravensworth Terrace Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 49 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ravensworth Terrace Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Ravensworth Terrace 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 | Mount Pleasant Road, Chester le Street, Gateshead, DH3 1AY |
| Headteacher | Andrew Ramanandi |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 382 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.8% |
| School Capacity | 382 / 420 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4747th of 13,686
Nationally
255th of 677
In North East
23rd of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
69%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ravensworth Terrace Primary School
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Contact Information
Mount Pleasant Road, Chester le Street
Gateshead, DH3 1AY
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