Roman Road Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Leam Lane Estate Felling Gateshead Tyne and Wear NE10 8SA |
| Phone | 01914380510 |
| Reference Number | 108376 |
Roman Road Primary School has made significant improvements since its previous inadequate inspection in July 2022, now achieving a good overall effectiveness rating. The school has implemented a well-rounded curriculum that supports pupils' emotional and mental health, and fosters a positive learning environment where pupils feel safe and valued. With strong support from staff and leadership, the school has re-established effective communication with families and the community, contributing to a calmer atmosphere where pupils can thrive.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 224 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 45.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 8.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 | 13 | 29 |
| 2 | 16 | 14 | 30 |
| 3 | 14 | 15 | 29 |
| 4 | 15 | 12 | 27 |
| 5 | 10 | 18 | 28 |
| 6 | 15 | 13 | 28 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 84.8% |
| White, Other | 2.2% |
| White & Asian | 2.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| African | 0.9% |
| Asian, Other | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 13 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 Mar 2023 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Jul 2022 | School inspection: |
| 29 Jun 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Mar 2014 | Interim assessment |
| 19 Jan 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Sep 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Improved behaviour and attitudes since the last inspection
- Well-balanced curriculum that supports emotional and mental health
- Strong training provided for staff in reading and phonics
- Engaging early years provision with meaningful interactions
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities
Areas for Improvement
- Ineffective use of assessment checks, leading to knowledge gaps for some pupils
- Challenges in helping pupils connect new learning with prior knowledge
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 57% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 104 | ||
| Maths | 103 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.1 | ||
| Writing | -1.1 | ||
| Maths | -1.7 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 11 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 8 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 0 |
Previous Years
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