Chopwell Primary School
URN: 131107 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE17 7HS
Overview
- Name
- Chopwell Primary School
- URN
- 131107
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- K Kelly (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01207561322
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Derwent Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE17 7HS
Summary
Chopwell Primary School is a community school located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, serving a mixed-gender population of 222 pupils, with a capacity for 290. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, as evidenced by its 43.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to catering to the needs of the local community.
The curriculum at Chopwell Primary is designed to offer a broad and balanced education, ensuring that all students have access to a range of learning opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive learning environment, where children are encouraged to develop their skills and confidence. Additional support is available through the SEND Information Report, which outlines the provisions in place for students with special educational needs and disabilities.
Chopwell Primary School aims to engage with families and the wider community, promoting a collaborative approach to education. The school’s vision and ethos focus on nurturing each child's potential, preparing them for future challenges while instilling a sense of belonging and community spirit. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.chopwellprimary.org.
The curriculum at Chopwell Primary is designed to offer a broad and balanced education, ensuring that all students have access to a range of learning opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive learning environment, where children are encouraged to develop their skills and confidence. Additional support is available through the SEND Information Report, which outlines the provisions in place for students with special educational needs and disabilities.
Chopwell Primary School aims to engage with families and the wider community, promoting a collaborative approach to education. The school’s vision and ethos focus on nurturing each child's potential, preparing them for future challenges while instilling a sense of belonging and community spirit. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.chopwellprimary.org.
Useful links
- September 2025 Newsletter (download)
- Log in (other)
- Accelerated Reader (other)
- Matomo cookies (other)
- Website design byAPrimarySite (other)
- @chopwellprimary (other)
- Dept for Education (other)
- Tots to teams (uniform) (other)
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
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 290
- Pupils
- 222
- Boys
- 114
- Girls
- 108
- FSM %
- 43.50
- Open date
- 1997-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-04-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 222 | 114 | 108 | 290 | 43.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 224 | 117 | 107 | 290 | 42.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 213 | 100 | 113 | 290 | 44.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 213 | 100 | 113 | 290 | 44.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 226 | 120 | 106 | 290 | 42.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 236 | 124 | 112 | 290 | 32.50 |
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