Windy Nook Primary School
Albion Street, Gateshead, NE10 9BDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Windy Nook Primary School is a primary school in Gateshead for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 92 schools in Gateshead. It ranks 25th of 35 primary schools in Gateshead. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in September 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 12 September 2013, report published 4 October 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 27 June 2023
The school is an oasis of calm. The whole school community works hard, shows respect, courtesy and good manners, and enjoys being together. Bullying is exceptionally rare. Pupils know that any misbehaviour is swiftly addressed by adults. Pupils behave very well. Movement around school is quiet and sensible as pupils follow the 'STAR' rules - silent, to the left, arms down and respectful. Teachers expect pupils to try hard. There are high expectations. Pupils speak about mistakes as signs of 'having a go'. Random words displayed like 'yet' remind pupils to show perseverance as they have not achieved a goal 'yet'. The well-being display reminds pupils to preserve their mental and physical health. 'Windy winners' reward good attitude and effort. Good work is celebrated on a small football in the 'back of the net' display. Pupils feel safe because of fire drills and 'lockdown' practises in case of intruders. Monitors check access to the top yard is safe along the 'curly wurly' path. Respecting each other's rights lies at the heart of the school. Pupils know that everyone has the right to food and clothing, and to having rest and play. They describe the importance of their 'mojo' as 'never giving up and reaching for the stars'.
What the school should improve
- The curriculum in some foundation subjects is not as well structured as it is in others. Leaders should ensure that the main ideas which link learning are clarified for staff and pupils, and the most important knowledge that pupils need to know and remember is crystal clear so that they can learn and remember equally well across all subjects.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
46 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
332 pupils on roll, with places for 315
Schools near Windy Nook Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falla Park Community Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| The Drive Community Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
| Larkspur Community Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 42% met the expected standard |
| Carr Hill Community Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 69% met the expected standard |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Lucie Forrest
- Phone
- 01914694954
- Address
- Albion Street, Gateshead, NE10 9BD
- Local authority
- Gateshead
- URN
- 108374
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.