Richardson Dees Primary School
URN: 108596 • Wallsend NE28 7RT
Overview
- Name
- Richardson Dees Primary School
- URN
- 108596
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Wayne Myers (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912638139
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street East, Wallsend NE28 7RT
Summary
Richardson Dees Primary School is a foundation school located in Wallsend, North Tyneside, with a mixed-gender student body of 227 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 236. The school prioritises creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of "Walking Tall" reflects the commitment to celebrating individual talents and fostering a supportive community.
The curriculum at Richardson Dees is designed with high expectations and includes a variety of enrichment experiences that aim to engage students in their learning. These experiences encompass arts, STEM activities, and leadership programs, all intended to spark curiosity and develop essential life skills such as resilience, communication, and responsibility. The school also promotes its "Seven Superpowers," which are integral to student success and personal development.
In addition to academic pursuits, Richardson Dees Primary School encourages community involvement and connection to future careers. The school actively engages with families and offers various opportunities for children to explore their interests in a nurturing environment, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and included.
The curriculum at Richardson Dees is designed with high expectations and includes a variety of enrichment experiences that aim to engage students in their learning. These experiences encompass arts, STEM activities, and leadership programs, all intended to spark curiosity and develop essential life skills such as resilience, communication, and responsibility. The school also promotes its "Seven Superpowers," which are integral to student success and personal development.
In addition to academic pursuits, Richardson Dees Primary School encourages community involvement and connection to future careers. The school actively engages with families and offers various opportunities for children to explore their interests in a nurturing environment, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and included.
Useful links
- Governor Information (governance)
- SEND Information Report 2023-24 (sen)
- SEND Policy (Review September 2024) (sen)
- Early Years and SEND Workshop - 24th November 2025 (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Anti-Bullying Policy (Review June 2025) (other)
- Attendance Policy (other)
- Pupil Equality, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Policy (other)
- Staff Equality, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Policy (other)
- We follow the North Tyneside scheme for admissions (other)
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Key details
- LA
- North Tyneside
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Capacity
- 236
- Pupils
- 227
- Boys
- 114
- Girls
- 113
- FSM %
- 53.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 227 | 114 | 113 | 236 | 53.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 230 | 114 | 116 | 236 | 59.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 230 | 112 | 118 | 236 | 59.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 230 | 112 | 118 | 236 | 59.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 212 | 103 | 109 | 210 | 59.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 238 | 112 | 126 | 210 | 40.40 |
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