High Spen Primary School

URN: 108340 • Rowlands Gill NE39 2BQ

Overview

Name
High Spen Primary School
URN
108340
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Firth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01207542373
Website
Visit
Address
Hugar Road, Rowlands Gill NE39 2BQ

Summary

High Spen Primary School is a mixed community school located in Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, with a current enrolment of 184 pupils and a capacity of 240. The school is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where children can thrive as individuals. The mission statement emphasizes the importance of happy, healthy children achieving their full potential, while the school aims to develop critical thinking, effective communication, and a respect for diverse cultures and values.

The dedicated staff at High Spen work closely with parents to ensure each child's intellectual, spiritual, moral, and social development is nurtured. The school benefits from an active and supportive governing body, which plays a crucial role in overseeing educational performance and ensuring resources are used effectively.

High Spen Primary encourages community involvement and values the contributions of parents and guardians. The school hosts various events and open days to welcome families and provide insights into school life, fostering a strong sense of belonging within the local community. For more information, visit their website at highspenprimary.org.

Key details

LA
Gateshead
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
184
Boys
101
Girls
83
FSM %
24.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 184 101 83 240 24.60
2024-09-11 192 98 94 240 29.00
2023-09-11 203 101 102 240 24.30
2022-09-11 203 101 102 240 24.30
2021-09-11 195 100 95 240 27.80
2020-09-11 188 86 102 210 28.80

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