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West Lane Primary School

West Lane, Winlaton, Blaydon-on-Tyne, NE21 6PH

Community school

Pupils

343

Ages

3-11

FSM

29.1%

Capacity

424

Ofsted

Good

May 2017

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

67.0%

Maths

64.0%

RWM Combined

53.0%

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About West Lane Primary School

West Lane Primary School is a primary school in Blaydon-on-Tyne, Gateshead. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 343 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: West Lane, Blaydon-on-Tyne, NE21 6PH | More schools in Gateshead

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for West Lane Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2022 — School remains Good
May 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about West Lane Primary School

What is West Lane Primary School's Ofsted rating?

West Lane Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What are West Lane Primary School's latest exam results?

West Lane Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is West Lane Primary School located?

West Lane Primary School is a primary school in Blaydon-on-Tyne, Gateshead (NE21 6PH).

How many pupils attend West Lane Primary School?

West Lane Primary School has around 343 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare West Lane Primary School with other schools?

View West Lane Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Gateshead.