Highfield Community Primary School
Rowlands Gill, NE39 2JE · Gateshead · primary school
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51st 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 2.9/10 against 1,082 of them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Highfield Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 112 pupils against a stated capacity of 158. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to help children reach the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between its results and the national median?
What Ofsted said about Highfield Community Primary School
Overview
Highfield Community Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "caring and nurturing environment" where pupils feel safe and enjoy attending. Leaders have made significant improvements to the curriculum, particularly in English and mathematics, with a sharp focus on sequencing and memory recall.
Strengths
- Staff provide high levels of support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they access the curriculum alongside peers.
- The reading curriculum is structured carefully, with phonics taught consistently well and effective support for those finding reading difficult.
- Pupils benefit from a well-considered personal development programme, understanding the importance of respecting individual differences and equality.
- There is an array of activities and clubs on offer, including choir, sports, and leadership roles such as being a librarian on the school library bus.
- Senior leaders and governors have an accurate understanding of the school’s strengths and areas for development, with staff valuing the support provided.
Areas to improve
- In some curriculum subjects and year groups, pupils do not have enough opportunities to demonstrate the depth of their knowledge and skills, with responses often too brief.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 31% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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
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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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