Westerhope Primary School
URN: 150330 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 1NE
Overview
- Name
- Westerhope Primary School
- URN
- 150330
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ONE (OWL NORTH EAST) TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Russell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912674750
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hillhead Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 1NE
Summary
Westerhope Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, accommodating up to 420 pupils. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, with 36.8% of students eligible for free school meals, indicating a focus on accessibility and community support.
The curriculum at Westerhope Primary is designed to foster a well-rounded education, encouraging both academic achievement and personal development. The school prioritises the well-being of its students, ensuring that they are equipped with the skills necessary for future success.
Situated in a vibrant city, Westerhope Primary benefits from Newcastle's rich cultural and educational resources. The school actively engages with the local community, providing opportunities for families to participate in school events and initiatives, thereby strengthening the connection between the school and its surroundings. For more information, parents can visit the Newcastle City Council website.
The curriculum at Westerhope Primary is designed to foster a well-rounded education, encouraging both academic achievement and personal development. The school prioritises the well-being of its students, ensuring that they are equipped with the skills necessary for future success.
Situated in a vibrant city, Westerhope Primary benefits from Newcastle's rich cultural and educational resources. The school actively engages with the local community, providing opportunities for families to participate in school events and initiatives, thereby strengthening the connection between the school and its surroundings. For more information, parents can visit the Newcastle City Council website.
Useful links
- www.newcastle.gov.uk/ (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
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ONE (OWL NORTH EAST) TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 420
- Boys
- 204
- Girls
- 216
- FSM %
- 36.80
- Open date
- 2024-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 420 | 204 | 216 | 420 | 36.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 415 | 201 | 214 | 420 | 39.10 |
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