Best 3 Primary schools in North East – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool (Primary) in Hartlepool; Benton Dene Primary School (Primary) in Newcastle-upon-Tyne; New York Primary School (Primary) in North Shields — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool, Benton Dene Primary School and New York Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter, foundation school and community school type located around Hartlepool, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear and North Shields, Tyne and Wear. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 350, combined total ≈ 1,100, typical FSM 25–30%, range 20–25%–35–40%; all within the BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST trust.

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Attribute	St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool TS24 9PA	Benton Dene Primary School NE12 8FD	New York Primary School NE29 8DP
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Foundation school	Primary • Community school
Location	Hartlepool TS24 9PA	Newcastle-upon-Tyne Tyne and Wear NE12 8FD	North Shields Tyne and Wear NE29 8DP
Latest Ofsted	1 16 Sep 2024	1 11 Sep 2024	1 11 Sep 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	180	420	315
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST	North Tyneside (392)	North Tyneside (392)
Website	www.sjvschool.co.uk	bentondeneprimaryschool.schooljotter2.com	www.northtyneside.gov.uk
Telephone	01429273273	01914661818	01918141788
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool

TS24 9PA

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Hartlepool
TS24 9PA
Ofsted: 1 16 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.sjvschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01429273273

Benton Dene Primary School

NE12 8FD

Phase / Type: Primary • Foundation school
Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE12 8FD
Ofsted: 1 11 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: North Tyneside (392)
Website: bentondeneprimaryschool.schooljotter2.com
Telephone: 01914661818

New York Primary School

NE29 8DP

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: North Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE29 8DP
Ofsted: 1 11 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: North Tyneside (392)
Website: www.northtyneside.gov.uk
Telephone: 01918141788

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.