Swalwell Primary School
71%
Capacity
150
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Swalwell Primary School
Swalwell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 150 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Swalwell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Russell Warren, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12915th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Swalwell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 22 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Swalwell Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Swalwell 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 | South View Terrace, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead, NE16 3HZ |
| Headteacher | Russell Warren |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 150 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.8% |
| School Capacity | 150 / 210 (71% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12915th of 13,686
Nationally
648th of 677
In North East
60th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
36%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
30
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 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
South View Terrace, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Gateshead, NE16 3HZ
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