Waverley Primary School
URN: 108453 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 7QZ
Overview
- Name
- Waverley Primary School
- URN
- 108453
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Wendy Leeming (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Maple Close, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 7QZ
Summary
Waverley Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in the Outer West of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, catering to 208 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on creating a fun and friendly environment where children, staff, parents, and governors collaborate to achieve the best educational outcomes. The leadership team, including Headteacher Mrs. Wendy Leeming, is committed to fostering a vibrant learning atmosphere that balances high academic standards with a broad curriculum and extracurricular activities.
The school offers a range of educational opportunities, including a nursery program for children aged three and above, with flexible admissions based on funding eligibility. Waverley Primary values community involvement and encourages parents to engage with the school through tours and open communication. The school’s ethos emphasizes the importance of enjoyment in learning, aiming to instill confidence and aspiration in every child.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (44.1%), Waverley Primary is dedicated to supporting all students, ensuring that each child has access to quality education and resources. The school actively promotes inclusivity and strives to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive.
The school offers a range of educational opportunities, including a nursery program for children aged three and above, with flexible admissions based on funding eligibility. Waverley Primary values community involvement and encourages parents to engage with the school through tours and open communication. The school’s ethos emphasizes the importance of enjoyment in learning, aiming to instill confidence and aspiration in every child.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (44.1%), Waverley Primary is dedicated to supporting all students, ensuring that each child has access to quality education and resources. The school actively promotes inclusivity and strives to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive.
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Nearby alternatives
- Front Street Community Primary School (78.9)
- West Jesmond Primary School (76.6)
- Cragside Primary School (76.5)
- Benton Park Primary School (76.2)
- Archibald First School (75.2)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 208
- Boys
- 116
- Girls
- 92
- FSM %
- 44.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2023-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 208 | 116 | 92 | 210 | 44.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 208 | 116 | 92 | 210 | 44.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 219 | 122 | 97 | 210 | 46.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 219 | 122 | 97 | 315 | 46.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 227 | 124 | 103 | 315 | 42.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 221 | 120 | 101 | 315 | 36.70 |
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