Valley View Primary School
Jarrow, NE32 5QY · South Tyneside · primary school
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7th of 38 primary schools in South Tyneside we can score, 45 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 — 7.8/10 against 3,004 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 62% | 4.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Valley View Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 251 pupils against a stated capacity of 289. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips are planned for the next term? How does the school manage class sizes when the roll approaches the 289-place limit?
What Ofsted said about Valley View Primary School
Overview
Valley View Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "superb ambassadors" who thrive in a "highly positive learning environment" characterised by "warm relationships" and "exceptional behaviours". The report highlights "resolute leadership" and "outstanding" early years provision, noting that staff have "the highest expectations for pupils’ achievement" and effectively support those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exceptional behaviours and attitudes", with conduct described as "exemplary" and a strong sense of empathy fostered through "family groups".
- Early years provision is "vibrant and richly resourced", with staff modelling vocabulary with "precision" to significantly impact children’s communication and language development.
- Phonics teaching is effective, with a sharp focus on identifying and closing gaps "swiftly and effectively", ensuring pupils are "very well prepared" for later reading.
- The curriculum is "high-quality and well-implemented", enabling pupils to speak with "deep understanding" about subjects such as history and art.
- Leaders maintain a "clear and unswerving focus on staff workload and well-being", supported by a "committed and highly knowledgeable governing body".
Areas to improve
- In mathematics, the school had not identified and addressed gaps in some older pupils’ knowledge with "sufficient swiftness", meaning these pupils "did not achieve as well as they could".
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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