Westoe Crown Primary School
101%
Capacity
639
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Westoe Crown Primary School
Westoe Crown 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 639 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westoe Crown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Proctor, it falls under South Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6289th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 37 in South Tyneside.
Westoe Crown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 143 applications for 90 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 94 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westoe Crown Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, Westoe Crown 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 | Sea Winnings Way, South Shields, South Tyneside, NE33 3NS |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Proctor |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 639 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.3% |
| School Capacity | 639 / 630 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6289th of 13,686
Nationally
328th of 677
In North East
19th of 37
In South Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
64%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
143
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
94 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sea Winnings Way, South Shields
South Tyneside, NE33 3NS
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