Dunston Hill Community Primary School
URN: 108338 • Gateshead NE11 9NX
Overview
- Name
- Dunston Hill Community Primary School
- URN
- 108338
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carl Sutherland (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914334021
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Market Lane, Gateshead NE11 9NX
Summary
Dunston Hill Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Gateshead, accommodating 368 pupils from Nursery to Year 6, with a capacity of 498. The school prides itself on providing high-quality academic and pastoral education, supported by modern facilities and extensive outdoor grounds. The ethos of care and respect is central to the school's mission, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported in their learning journey.
The curriculum at Dunston Hill is designed to foster a love of learning, with a particular emphasis on reading, which has been highlighted as a strength by Ofsted. The school employs a two-form entry system, allowing for a diverse range of teaching methods and activities tailored to meet the needs of all pupils. Recent classroom activities have included art inspired by L.S. Lowry and science lessons on the digestive system, demonstrating a commitment to engaging and interactive learning experiences.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (26.4%), Dunston Hill is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that supports all families. The school actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering strong relationships between staff, students, and their families. For more information, visit their website at [Dunston Hill Community Primary School](http://www.dunstonhillcps.co.uk/).
The curriculum at Dunston Hill is designed to foster a love of learning, with a particular emphasis on reading, which has been highlighted as a strength by Ofsted. The school employs a two-form entry system, allowing for a diverse range of teaching methods and activities tailored to meet the needs of all pupils. Recent classroom activities have included art inspired by L.S. Lowry and science lessons on the digestive system, demonstrating a commitment to engaging and interactive learning experiences.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (26.4%), Dunston Hill is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that supports all families. The school actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering strong relationships between staff, students, and their families. For more information, visit their website at [Dunston Hill Community Primary School](http://www.dunstonhillcps.co.uk/).
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Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 498
- Pupils
- 368
- Boys
- 192
- Girls
- 176
- FSM %
- 26.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 368 | 192 | 176 | 498 | 26.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 387 | 204 | 183 | 498 | 28.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 433 | 223 | 210 | 498 | 33.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 433 | 223 | 210 | 498 | 33.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 431 | 218 | 213 | 420 | 32.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 448 | 228 | 220 | 420 | 28.30 |
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