Portobello Primary School
Tamerton Drive, Birtley, Chester le Street, DH3 2LYOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Portobello Primary School is a primary school in Chester le Street for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 92 schools in Gateshead. It ranks 8th of 16 primary schools in Chester le Street. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 26 February 2014, report published 20 March 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 25 October 2023
Portobello Primary School is a calm and welcoming environment for pupils to learn. Staff meet pupils arriving at school with warmth and care. Pupils feel safe in school. They know there is an adult to talk to if they are worried. Some pupils, such as those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), have key workers who ensure that they participate fully in school. Pupils want to achieve well and reach the school's high expectations of them. They participate in lessons and focus on their learning well. Lessons are engaging and interesting. Staff know pupils and their families very well. Staff encourage pupils to be responsible citizens. Pupils engage positively in leadership roles, such as representing their peers on the school council or becoming a team captain. Pupils who hold these roles help to shape life in school. For example, pupils with leadership responsibilities discuss the changes they would like to make to the school site with governors. Pupils are very aware of their rights and responsibilities. Pupils attend the 'Rights Responsible' club, where they engage in community and charity work. There are several other clubs and activities for pupils to attend, such as the football and performing arts clubs. Many pupils are looking forward to taking part in the upcoming production of 'Matilda'. Their talents and interests are developed well.
What the school should improve
- Some aspects of the curriculum to support pupils' personal development are not fully established. For example, the curriculum does not raise pupils' awareness of different faiths and beliefs in sufficient depth. The school should develop this aspect of the curriculum so that pupils learn more about different faiths and beliefs.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
31 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
182 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Portobello Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barley Mow Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 76% met the expected standard |
| Ravensworth Terrace Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Holley Park Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jayne Humphrey
- Phone
- 01914104571
- Address
- Tamerton Drive, Birtley, Chester le Street, DH3 2LY
- Local authority
- Gateshead
- URN
- 108336
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.