Wingrove Primary School
99%
Capacity
468
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Wingrove Primary School
Wingrove 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 468 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wingrove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Mullarkey, 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 9563rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Wingrove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 60 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wingrove Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Wingrove 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 | Hadrian Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9HN |
| Headteacher | Jane Mullarkey |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 468 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.0% |
| School Capacity | 468 / 472 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9563rd of 13,686
Nationally
501st of 677
In North East
42nd of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
54%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
147
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hadrian Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9HN
Hadrian Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9HN
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