Stephenson Memorial Primary School
74%
Capacity
368
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Stephenson Memorial Primary School
Stephenson Memorial Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 368 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stephenson Memorial Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Lilico, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
Stephenson Memorial Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 38 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stephenson Memorial Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Drama, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Stephenson Memorial 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Martin Road, Wallsend, North Tyneside, NE28 0AG |
| Headteacher | Kerry Lilico |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 368 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.2% |
| School Capacity | 368 / 496 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
55
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Martin Road, Wallsend
North Tyneside, NE28 0AG
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