- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
60 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1174%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.0%
- Pupils
- 426
- Pupils per teacher
- 25.6
Schools in DH3
A postcode district in Gateshead
- Postcode district
- 22 schools and nurseries
In short: DH3 is a postcode district in Gateshead with 11 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 9 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2211 primary · 2 secondary · 9 nurseries
Top-rated
All DH3 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in DH3
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in DH3
11 in DH3, best first
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley
Chester le Street, DH3 2PN · Academy · Primary · Ages 7 to 11
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.6%
- Pupils
- 105
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.4
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
43 first choices, 43 offers made
Met the standard at 1181%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.1%
- Pupils
- 294
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.6
Top Secondary Schools in DH3
2 in DH3, best first
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results close to the England average.
250 first choices, 235 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1646.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.3%
- Pupils
- 1,631
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.7
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results close to the England average.
260 first choices, 272 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.9%
- Pupils
- 1,334
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
Nurseries in DH3
9 in DH3, highest Ofsted grade first
First Steps
Chester-le-Street, DH3 4HU · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Mains House Nursery
Chester-le-Street, DH3 3HL · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
2nd Home Childcare Ltd@Barley Mow
Chester Le Street, DH3 2DJ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in DH3
2 in DH3, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results close to the England average.
250 first choices, 235 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1646.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.3%
- Pupils
- 1,631
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.7
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results close to the England average.
260 first choices, 272 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.9%
- Pupils
- 1,334
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
The map
See them as a listEvery school in DH3, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding2
- Good17
- Not graded yet3
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in DH3 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every DH3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
DH3 has 22 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in DH3
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about DH3
Nearby areas
How many schools are in DH3?
DH3 has 22 schools, including 11 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 9 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in DH3?
The highest-ranked schools in DH3 on Eduscope are Cestria Primary School, St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley, Red Rose Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How do I choose the right school in DH3?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 22 schools in DH3 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.