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
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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/).

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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