Education

West Jesmond Primary School

Outstanding-rated state primary school (Ofsted May 2025). National Teaching School. The only state primary in Jesmond. Ages 4–11, ~420 pupils.

Tankerville Terrace, Jesmond, NE2 3AJ Visit website Facebook YouTube

About West Jesmond Primary School

West Jesmond Primary School is a state community primary school on Tankerville Terrace in Jesmond, founded in 1901. It teaches children from Reception to Year 6 and is one of the largest primary schools in the city, with a notably diverse intake: pupils come from more than 30 countries and speak over 20 languages between them. The school holds a range of accreditations, including Artsmark Gold, Music Mark, School Games Gold and Green Flag status, and is recognised as a School of Sanctuary. Its most recent Ofsted inspection, in May 2025, judged the school Outstanding across all inspected areas, with a curriculum that emphasises the creative arts and personal development.

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