Westgate Hill Primary Academy

About Westgate Hill Primary Academy

Westgate Hill Primary Academy 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 801 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 704 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

the school is led by headteacher Nick Watson & Karl Ellerbrook, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne 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 9587th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Westgate Hill Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 137 applications for 85 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 80 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Westgate Hill Primary Academy include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Westgate Hill Primary Academy 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Westgate Hill Primary Academy

Helpful Guides for Parents