Swalwell Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE16 3HZ · Gateshead · primary school
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57th 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 — 2.7/10 against 935 of them, against 2.0/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 40% | 1.03 |
| 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.
Swalwell Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Sign Squad, and Playground buddies, attend Forest School trips, and learn swimming. A breakfast club is available for early arrival.
Getting in
The published school roll is 141 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 activities are included in the Forest School trips? How does the breakfast club operate for families who need early drop-off?
What Ofsted said about Swalwell Primary School
Overview
Swalwell Primary School is described as a place where "pupils thrive," underpinned by values ensuring every child has "the right to learn, to be safe, to be heard, to be happy, and to be me." The report highlights an inclusive environment where staff are "relentless" in removing barriers to learning, resulting in strong personal development and effective safeguarding.
Strengths
- "Personal development" is rated Outstanding, with pupils possessing "exceptional" knowledge about equality and unhealthy relationships.
- "Leadership and management" are rated Outstanding, with governors looking "beyond the data" to ensure all pupils learn well from their unique starting points.
- The school is highly inclusive, with tailored support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), such as pre-programmed communication pads in science.
- "Subject leadership is a strength," with leaders trained to deepen subject understanding and support teachers effectively.
- Pupils behave well, with "poor behaviour... rare," and classmates actively support those needing additional help.
Areas to improve
- Curriculums in a "small number of subjects" have not been redeveloped, leaving guidance for teachers less detailed and pupils’ learning "less secure."
- Teachers do not consistently use strategies to support long-term memory, leading to gaps in prior knowledge that require "re-teach[ing]" before new learning can begin.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with leaders ensuring all adults know how to report risks and linking effectively with families to secure necessary support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 41% |
| 2023/24 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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