Windy Nook Primary School
URN: 108374 • Gateshead NE10 9BD
Overview
- Name
- Windy Nook Primary School
- URN
- 108374
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucie Forrest (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914694954
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Albion Street, Gateshead NE10 9BD
Summary
Windy Nook Primary School is a community school located in Gateshead, catering to approximately 348 pupils aged 3 to 11 years. The school aims to provide high-quality education that fosters success and personal development in a respectful and inclusive environment. Opened in 1993, Windy Nook has maintained a positive reputation, recently receiving a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in June 2023, where it was noted for its calm atmosphere and strong community spirit.
The curriculum at Windy Nook is designed to engage students through a variety of subjects and activities, including sports, mathematics, and creative arts. Recent highlights include successful participation in after-school sports competitions, showcasing the students' teamwork and determination. The school also emphasizes the importance of academic achievement, with classes structured to support diverse learning needs.
Windy Nook Primary School actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, with regular updates provided through their website. The school is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where all children can thrive, regardless of their background. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.windynookprimary.org.
The curriculum at Windy Nook is designed to engage students through a variety of subjects and activities, including sports, mathematics, and creative arts. Recent highlights include successful participation in after-school sports competitions, showcasing the students' teamwork and determination. The school also emphasizes the importance of academic achievement, with classes structured to support diverse learning needs.
Windy Nook Primary School actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, with regular updates provided through their website. The school is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where all children can thrive, regardless of their background. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.windynookprimary.org.
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- Proud to Present (sen)
- SEND (sen)
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- START OF TERM (calendar)
- LAST DAY OF TERM (calendar)
- HALF TERM (calendar)
- Events Calendar (calendar)
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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
- 315
- Pupils
- 348
- Boys
- 163
- Girls
- 185
- FSM %
- 29.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 348 | 163 | 185 | 315 | 29.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 340 | 158 | 182 | 315 | 29.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 320 | 148 | 172 | 315 | 24.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 320 | 148 | 172 | 315 | 24.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 335 | 156 | 179 | 315 | 20.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 335 | 156 | 179 | 315 | 22.00 |
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