Riverside Primary Academy
URN: 138285 • Gateshead NE11 9DX
Overview
- Name
- Riverside Primary Academy
- URN
- 138285
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- OAK LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julie Goodfellow (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914601918
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Colliery Road, Gateshead NE11 9DX
Summary
Riverside Primary Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Gateshead, serving 314 pupils with a capacity of 270. The school aims to raise pupil aspirations through a diverse curriculum that includes hands-on learning experiences. Recent activities have included trips to Beamish and Durham Cathedral, where students engaged in historical workshops and team-building exercises, enhancing their understanding of local heritage.
The academy prioritises environmental awareness, as demonstrated by initiatives like Earth Day celebrations and gardening projects led by the Eco-Cops. These activities not only promote sustainability but also encourage teamwork and community involvement, with parents and older students actively participating.
Riverside Primary Academy also offers wraparound childcare services to support working families. The leadership team is committed to providing a nurturing environment, fostering both academic and personal growth among students. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The academy prioritises environmental awareness, as demonstrated by initiatives like Earth Day celebrations and gardening projects led by the Eco-Cops. These activities not only promote sustainability but also encourage teamwork and community involvement, with parents and older students actively participating.
Riverside Primary Academy also offers wraparound childcare services to support working families. The leadership team is committed to providing a nurturing environment, fostering both academic and personal growth among students. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Statutory Returns (governance)
- Special Educational Needs Report (sen)
- Absence Reporting (sen)
- School Policies (other)
- Homework Policy (other)
- First Day of Autumn Term 2 (other)
- Half Term Holiday (other)
- Last Day of Term (other)
- Last Day of Term (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- OAK LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 314
- Boys
- 157
- Girls
- 157
- FSM %
- 28.30
- Open date
- 2012-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 314 | 157 | 157 | 270 | 28.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 315 | 163 | 152 | 270 | 27.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 324 | 173 | 151 | 270 | 24.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 324 | 173 | 151 | 270 | 24.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 307 | 160 | 147 | 270 | 26.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 302 | 157 | 145 | 270 | 25.20 |
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