Rowlands Gill Community Primary School
Rowlands Gill, NE39 2PP · Gateshead · primary school
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42nd 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 the 4,166 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0/10 among 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| 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.
Rowlands Gill Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% 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 July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art, Fun'tastic, Multi-Skills, Move and Groove, Tag Rugby, Bringing Books to Life, Karate, and Gymnastics clubs, plus Y5 and 6 Football. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 204 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 support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in reading? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Rowlands Gill Community Primary School
Overview
Leaders have established a “welcoming, calm and inclusive school” with “high expectations for all pupils,” particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The report highlights that pupils “enjoy coming to school and feel safe” and “achieve well,” reflecting sustainable improvements since the previous inspection.
Strengths
- The provision for pupils with SEND is identified as a “strength of the school,” with experienced coordination and well-trained staff.
- Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour, playing cooperatively and knowing they can approach “trusted adults” if worried.
- There are abundant opportunities for personal development, including oversubscribed after-school clubs and community initiatives like the “digital voice project.”
- Early years provision prepares children well for key stage 1, with consistent phonics teaching and a focus on communication skills.
- Governors and the local authority provide “effective support,” fostering a strong sense of collegiality and staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers make “appropriate pedagogical choices” so lesson tasks are sharply focused on helping pupils learn key knowledge.
- Teachers need to maintain “consistently high expectations” across all subjects, particularly by correcting errors in basic skills such as spelling, punctuation, and letter formation in foundation subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff trained to spot signs of abuse quickly and strong procedures in place for recruitment and recording concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 34% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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