Laygate Community School
URN: 108672 • South Shields NE33 4JJ
Overview
- Name
- Laygate Community School
- URN
- 108672
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michelle Lauder (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914562470
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Laygate Lane, South Shields NE33 4JJ
Summary
Laygate Community School is a mixed primary school located in South Shields, South Tyneside, catering to children aged 3-11. With a current enrolment of 235 pupils and a capacity of 294, the school serves a diverse, multicultural community. The ethos of the school emphasises collaboration and responsibility, aiming to foster a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
The school offers a well-rounded curriculum, supported by qualified and dedicated staff. Facilities include 11 classrooms, a fully equipped nursery, a library, a sports hall, and outdoor play areas, all designed to enhance the learning experience. Laygate Community School prioritises the individual needs of each child, ensuring they receive the necessary support to achieve their best.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Laygate's identity, with many local families choosing to send their children here, reflecting a strong connection to the area. The school actively engages with parents and offers various activities and support services, reinforcing its role as a central hub for families in the community.
The school offers a well-rounded curriculum, supported by qualified and dedicated staff. Facilities include 11 classrooms, a fully equipped nursery, a library, a sports hall, and outdoor play areas, all designed to enhance the learning experience. Laygate Community School prioritises the individual needs of each child, ensuring they receive the necessary support to achieve their best.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Laygate's identity, with many local families choosing to send their children here, reflecting a strong connection to the area. The school actively engages with parents and offers various activities and support services, reinforcing its role as a central hub for families in the community.
Useful links
- Governors’ Information (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Meet The Governors (governance)
- Welcome to the Governors (governance)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Meet the Staff (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Behaviour Policy – Phased Return (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Policies (other)
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Key details
- LA
- South Tyneside
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 294
- Pupils
- 235
- Boys
- 116
- Girls
- 119
- FSM %
- 64.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 235 | 116 | 119 | 294 | 64.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 250 | 121 | 129 | 294 | 70.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 268 | 124 | 144 | 294 | 66.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 268 | 124 | 144 | 294 | 66.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 263 | 134 | 129 | 294 | 62.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 261 | 131 | 130 | 294 | 58.40 |
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