Collingwood Primary School
North Shields, NE29 7JQ · North Tyneside · primary school
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27th of 45 primary schools in North Tyneside we can score, 55 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.8/10 against 551 of them, against 3.9/10 nationally. 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Collingwood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football, multi-sports, dance, rugby, gymnastics, martial arts, and cricket clubs, with a breakfast club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 342 pupils against a stated capacity of 410. 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 support pupils to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in maths? What specific strategies are used to engage students in the wide range of sports clubs offered? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a roll close to its maximum capacity?
What Ofsted said about Collingwood Primary School
Overview
Collingwood Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by "very positive" relationships and a supportive environment where pupils feel "safe and happy". Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, fostering a culture of "loyalty and service" while actively promoting pupils’ mental health and well-being.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "detailed" and "ambitious", with a clear rationale that makes learning meaningful, particularly in subjects like history where pupils explore local industrial heritage.
- Mathematics teaching is strong, with staff adapting lessons to build on prior learning and ensuring pupils practise "fluency, reasoning and problem-solving".
- Staff are "highly experienced and well-trained" in supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, making effective adaptations to ensure all can succeed.
- Leaders have reduced staff workload through streamlined assessment and provide robust support for new teachers via a mentoring system.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of activities broadening their experiences, including visits to marine life centres and links with local partners.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all staff receive training to increase confidence in teaching phonics, addressing "occasional inconsistencies" that widen gaps for some pupils.
- Leaders should ensure the curriculum provides opportunities for pupils to develop a better understanding of "fundamental British values" and life in modern Britain.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear procedures in place and staff regularly undertaking training to report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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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