Farne Primary School

URN: 143272 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 4AP

Overview

Name
Farne Primary School
URN
143272
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SMART MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lee Gallon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01912860268
Website
Visit
Address
Marsden Lane, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 4AP

Summary

Farne Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, serving 229 pupils with a capacity for 262. The school is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment, emphasizing a family atmosphere and team spirit. The leadership, under Executive Head Teacher Mr. Lee Gallon, aims to ensure continuous improvement and high standards in education.

The school promotes a strong ethos of hard work and personal growth, encapsulated in their motto, "Wake Up! Walk In! Work Hard!" Farne Primary has a current attendance rate of 94.4%, reflecting the commitment of both students and families to the school community. The school also supports a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse socio-economic context.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various channels, including the parent portal and social media. Farne Primary School values communication and collaboration, ensuring that families are well-informed and involved in their children's education. For more information, visit their website at [Farne Primary School](https://www.farne.smartacademies.net/).

Key details

LA
Newcastle upon Tyne
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SMART MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
262
Pupils
229
Boys
114
Girls
115
FSM %
49.30
Open date
2016-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 229 114 115 262 49.30
2024-09-11 236 124 112 262 44.00
2023-09-11 236 125 111 262 50.90
2022-09-11 236 125 111 262 50.90
2021-09-11 234 126 108 282 54.30
2020-09-11 237 121 116 282 48.60

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