Caedmon Community Primary School
URN: 108380 • Gateshead NE8 4LH
Overview
- Name
- Caedmon Community Primary School
- URN
- 108380
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clive Wisby (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914334095
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whitehall Road, Gateshead NE8 4LH
Summary
Caedmon Community Primary School, located in Gateshead, is a mixed community school with a current enrollment of 239 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. The ethos of the school emphasizes strong relationships among staff, pupils, and parents, promoting a collaborative approach to education.
The curriculum at Caedmon is designed to be child-centred, focusing on creative teaching and learning that empowers students to take responsibility for their own progress. The school places a high priority on academic achievement while also supporting the development of well-rounded individuals. With a significant percentage of pupils (39.10%) eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its community.
Caedmon Community Primary School values parental involvement and encourages strong home-school links. The school provides various opportunities for parents to engage in their children's education, ensuring that they are informed and involved in the school community. Regular updates and resources are available on their website to facilitate this connection.
The curriculum at Caedmon is designed to be child-centred, focusing on creative teaching and learning that empowers students to take responsibility for their own progress. The school places a high priority on academic achievement while also supporting the development of well-rounded individuals. With a significant percentage of pupils (39.10%) eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its community.
Caedmon Community Primary School values parental involvement and encourages strong home-school links. The school provides various opportunities for parents to engage in their children's education, ensuring that they are informed and involved in the school community. Regular updates and resources are available on their website to facilitate this connection.
Useful links
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- SEND Report (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 239
- Boys
- 128
- Girls
- 111
- FSM %
- 39.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 239 | 128 | 111 | 210 | 39.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 253 | 137 | 116 | 210 | 42.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 247 | 126 | 121 | 210 | 43.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 247 | 126 | 121 | 210 | 43.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 248 | 129 | 119 | 210 | 48.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 249 | 126 | 123 | 210 | 43.30 |
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