Westerhope Primary School
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Westerhope Primary School
Westerhope Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westerhope Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Russell, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
Westerhope Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 49 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westerhope Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Tennis, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Drama, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Westerhope 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 | Hillhead Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 1NE |
| Headteacher | Sarah Russell |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.8% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jan 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2019. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed49
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hillhead Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 1NE
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