Clover Hill Community Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE16 5SJ · Gateshead · primary school
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11th of 62 primary schools in Gateshead we can score, 66 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.2/10 against 3,672 of them, against 8.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 93.0 · 99 | 40% | 3.95 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Clover Hill Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 93.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club, After-School Fun Clubs, and the Clover Club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 210 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school manage class sizes when the roll is at full capacity? What specific activities take place during the After-School Fun Clubs? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in literacy and numeracy?
What Ofsted said about Clover Hill Community Primary School
Overview
Clover Hill Community Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "confident, safe and happy," benefiting from an "exceptionally strong sense of community." The report highlights an "ambitious curriculum" that prepares children for life beyond school, with leaders ensuring pupils understand the real-world relevance of their learning.
Strengths
- Pupils display "impeccable" behaviour, showing resilience and mutual respect, with older pupils actively supporting younger children.
- Reading is a high priority, with staff well-trained in effective teaching methods and younger pupils getting off to a "flying start with phonics."
- The early years provision is "exceptionally well prepared," featuring robust monitoring systems and explicit vocabulary development activities.
- Leaders have designed a curriculum that threads messages of tolerance and respect throughout school life, preparing pupils to be "positive citizens."
- Staff feel well-supported, with leaders prioritising training, workload management, and well-being, fostering a proud school community.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, assessment methods are still being developed; leaders must ensure these are "closely matched to the curriculum" to identify and close knowledge gaps.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well-trained to identify risks and pupils taught about online safety and how to report worries to trusted adults.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 93% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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