West Lane Primary School
81%
Capacity
343
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About West Lane Primary School
West Lane 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 343 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 424 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Lane Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Colette Bell, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7424th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 61 in Gateshead.
West Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 29 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
West Lane Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 West Lane Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, West Lane 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 | West Lane, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Gateshead, NE21 6PH |
| Headteacher | Colette Bell |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 343 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 343 / 424 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7424th of 13,686
Nationally
399th of 677
In North East
39th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
61%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West Lane, Blaydon-on-Tyne
Gateshead, NE21 6PH
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