Whitehouse Primary School
76%
Capacity
159
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Whitehouse Primary School
Whitehouse Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 159 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitehouse Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Michael Moran, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
Whitehouse Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 11 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 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 Whitehouse Primary School include Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Whitehouse 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Whitehouse Lane, North Shields, North Tyneside, NE29 8PE |
| Headteacher | Michael Moran |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 159 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.1% |
| School Capacity | 159 / 210 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
13
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whitehouse Lane, North Shields
North Tyneside, NE29 8PE
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