St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston
72%
Capacity
151
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston
St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 151 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Williams, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 600th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 61 in Gateshead.
St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 23 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston include Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Eco Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Ellison Road, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE8 2QU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Williams |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 151 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.2% |
| School Capacity | 151 / 210 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
600th of 13,686
Nationally
28th of 677
In North East
3rd of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
86%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston
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Contact Information
Ellison Road, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE8 2QU
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