PrimaryData as of May 2026

Laygate Community School

Laygate Lane, South Shields, NE33 4JJ

Community school

Pupils

235

Ages

3-11

FSM

64.4%

Capacity

294

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2012

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

68.0%

Maths

74.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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About Laygate Community School

Laygate Community School is a primary school in South Shields, South Tyneside. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2012 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 235 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Laygate Lane, South Shields, NE33 4JJ | More schools in South Tyneside

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Laygate Community School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2023 — School remains Good
Oct 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Laygate Community School

What is Laygate Community School's Ofsted rating?

Laygate Community School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2012 inspection.

What are Laygate Community School's latest exam results?

Laygate Community School: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Laygate Community School located?

Laygate Community School is a primary school in South Shields, South Tyneside (NE33 4JJ).

How many pupils attend Laygate Community School?

Laygate Community School has around 235 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Laygate Community School with other schools?

View Laygate Community 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 South Tyneside.