Shiremoor Primary School
84%
Capacity
352
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Shiremoor Primary School
Shiremoor 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 352 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 418 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shiremoor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Barbara Middleton, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 1857th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 38 in North Tyneside.
Shiremoor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 45 places, making it 1.1x 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), 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 Shiremoor Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Shiremoor 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 | Stanton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North Tyneside, NE27 0PW |
| Headteacher | Barbara Middleton |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 352 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.5% |
| School Capacity | 352 / 418 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1857th of 13,686
Nationally
95th of 677
In North East
6th of 38
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
78%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
50
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stanton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
North Tyneside, NE27 0PW
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