Birtley East Community Primary School

URN: 108337 • Birtley DH3 1QQ

Overview

Name
Birtley East Community Primary School
URN
108337
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
69.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anna Diggle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01914102551
Website
Visit
Address
Highfield, Birtley DH3 1QQ

Summary

Birtley East Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Birtley, Gateshead, catering to 196 pupils with a capacity of 308. The school prides itself on a supportive and inclusive ethos, aiming to nurture the whole child and help them achieve their full potential. The dedicated staff focus on creating a caring environment where children can thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at Birtley East is designed to meet the needs of the local community, with a strong emphasis on children's wellbeing and involvement. The school implements the 'Jigsaw' scheme to promote personal, social, health, and economic education, fostering positive relationships and self-confidence among pupils. History education is inquiry-based, encouraging students to engage with significant historical themes relevant to the North East.

Birtley East also offers a 78-place nursery and has recently refurbished its facilities, providing a welcoming environment for families. The school has been graded as 'Good' by Ofsted during its latest inspection in Autumn 2024, reflecting its commitment to quality education and community values.

Key details

LA
Gateshead
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
308
Pupils
196
Boys
97
Girls
99
FSM %
39.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 196 97 99 308 39.20
2024-09-11 199 105 94 308 34.20
2023-09-11 221 109 112 308 42.10
2022-09-11 221 109 112 308 42.10
2021-09-11 221 120 101 308 44.70
2020-09-11 231 116 115 308 40.60

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