High Spen Primary School
High Spen Primary School is a primary located in Gateshead, NE39 2BQ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 2 to 11. It currently has approximately 192 pupils on roll.
High Spen Primary School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a community school. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Community school
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 2 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Gateshead
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 240
Number of Pupils: 192
Number of Boys: 98
Number of Girls: 94
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 29.0
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-03
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Rating: 8
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2012-03-16
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Firth
Phone: 01207542373
Website: highspenprimary.org
Location: Hugar Road, High Spen
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about High Spen Primary School
What is the Ofsted rating of High Spen Primary School?
High Spen Primary School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does High Spen Primary School admit?
High Spen Primary School admits pupils from age 2 to 11.
Is High Spen Primary School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
High Spen Primary School is a mixed school.
What type of school is High Spen Primary School?
High Spen Primary School is a community school offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near High Spen Primary School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around High Spen Primary School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near High Spen Primary School?
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