- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
59 first choices, 59 offers made
Met the standard at 1182%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.7%
- Pupils
- 413
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.8
Schools in NE16
A postcode district in Gateshead
- Postcode district
- 20 schools and nurseries
In short: NE16 is a postcode district in Gateshead with 10 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 9 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2010 primary · 1 secondary · 9 nurseries
Top-rated
All NE16 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in NE16
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 NE16
10 in NE16, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
32 first choices, 32 offers made
Met the standard at 1178%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 351
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.6
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
29 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1193%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.8%
- Pupils
- 210
- Pupils per teacher
- 26.9
Top Secondary Schools in NE16
1 in NE16, best first
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results above the England average.
289 first choices, 279 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1650.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.1%
- Pupils
- 1,690
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
Nurseries in NE16
9 in NE16, highest Ofsted grade first
Duckpool Pre-School C.I.C
Whickham, NE16 4HB · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Whickham Parochial Pre-school
Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 5QW · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Little Hearts Pre-School
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE16 6NU · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in NE16
1 in NE16, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results above the England average.
289 first choices, 279 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1650.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.1%
- Pupils
- 1,690
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.9
Private Schools in NE16
1 in NE16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Liberty School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE16 3BN · Independent · Primary · Ages 4 to 11
- No Ofsted grade yet
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
The map
See them as a listEvery school in NE16, 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.
- Outstanding3
- Good11
- Not graded yet6
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in NE16 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 NE16 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
NE16 has 20 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 NE16
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 NE16
Nearby areas
How many schools are in NE16?
NE16 has 20 schools, including 10 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 9 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in NE16?
The highest-ranked schools in NE16 on Eduscope are Front Street Community Primary School, Burnopfield Primary School, Clover Hill Community 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 many private schools are in NE16?
There is 1 independent school in NE16. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in NE16?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 20 schools in NE16 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.