The Drive Community Primary School
98%
Capacity
215
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About The Drive Community Primary School
The Drive Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 215 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 219 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Drive Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher R Farren, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9601st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 61 in Gateshead.
The Drive Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 22 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 The Drive Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Football, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, The Drive Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | The Drive, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE10 0PY |
| Headteacher | R Farren |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 215 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.8% |
| School Capacity | 215 / 219 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9601st of 13,686
Nationally
503rd of 677
In North East
47th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
54%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Drive, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE10 0PY
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