Valley View Primary School
89%
Capacity
257
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Valley View Primary School
Valley View Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 257 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 289 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Valley View Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher G D Jeynes, it falls under South Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11111th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 37 in South Tyneside.
Valley View Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
Valley View Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (32 responses).
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 Valley View Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, Valley View 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 | Valley View, Jarrow, South Tyneside, NE32 5QY |
| Headteacher | G D Jeynes |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 257 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.5% |
| School Capacity | 257 / 289 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11111th of 13,686
Nationally
563rd of 677
In North East
35th of 37
In South Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Valley View Primary School
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Contact Information
Valley View, Jarrow
South Tyneside, NE32 5QY
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