Welcome to Brighton Avenue Primary School

Welcome to Brighton Avenue Primary School, where every child is valued, nurtured and inspired to achieve their very best.

At Brighton Avenue, our motto is:

"Success for all... because every child is a star!"

This simple but powerful statement lies at the heart of everything we do. We believe that every child is unique and deserves to feel valued, respected and celebrated. Regardless of background, starting point, need or ability, we are committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive, achieve and shine.

We are a highly inclusive, welcoming and ambitious school community at the heart of Gateshead. Inclusion is not simply something we do; it is who we are. We pride ourselves on knowing every child as an individual, understanding their strengths and needs, and providing the support, challenge and encouragement that enables them to succeed. Our school is a place where diversity is celebrated, differences are embraced and every child feels a genuine sense of belonging.

At Brighton Avenue, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Alongside strong academic achievement, we place equal importance on developing confident, resilient and compassionate young people who are equipped with the knowledge, skills and character needed to succeed in modern Britain and beyond. We want our children to leave us believing in themselves, valuing others and looking forward to a bright future.

The wellbeing, happiness and safety of our pupils are our highest priorities. We know that children flourish when they feel secure, cared for and understood. Our nurturing ethos, strong relationships and culture of mutual respect ensure that every child feels safe, supported and able to be themselves. We are immensely proud of the warmth that exists throughout our school and the positive relationships between pupils, staff and families.

Our broad, ambitious and engaging curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, develop knowledge and create memorable learning experiences. Through high-quality teaching, educational visits, enrichment opportunities, sporting events, creative arts and wider experiences, we ensure that learning is meaningful, exciting and accessible for all. We maintain high expectations while recognising that every child learns differently, ensuring that all pupils are supported and challenged to reach their full potential.

One of our greatest strengths is our dedicated and talented staff team. Their passion, expertise and unwavering commitment ensure that every child receives the highest standards of education, care and support. Working closely with families, governors and the wider community, we continually strive to provide the very best opportunities for our children.

We are exceptionally proud that Brighton Avenue Primary School was judged Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in February 2025. This achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, inclusion and continuous improvement. The judgement recognised the exceptional efforts of our pupils, staff, governors and families and affirmed the strong values that underpin everything we do.

We firmly believe that education is most successful when schools and families work together. Parents and carers are valued partners in their child's educational journey, and we are proud of the strong relationships we have developed within our community. Our open-door approach reflects our commitment to working collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for every child.

Thank you for taking the time to visit our website. Whether you are already part of our school family or considering Brighton Avenue Primary School for your child, I hope our website gives you a real sense of the caring, inclusive and aspirational community that makes our school such a special place.

It is a genuine privilege to serve as Headteacher of Brighton Avenue Primary School. Every day, our children inspire us with their enthusiasm, kindness, determination and achievements. I feel incredibly fortunate to lead such an outstanding school community and look forward to sharing our journey with you.

Best wishes,
Mrs Joanne Allan
Headteacher

What do our parents say?    - Quotes from Parental Questionnaires:

"Excellent communication and understanding with the child and the parents."

"The staff, especially The Head Teacher."

"The care that goes into the teaching and the school environment."

"The high expectations they have for the children, but without doing it in a pushy threatening way.  The school encourages the children to be the best they can be and offers rewards and recognition so the children feel recognised and valued. "

"The teachers are the real strength in the school, they care and they try their best to support the children."

"Excellent leadership from the Headteacher and her team. All staff are friendly and approachable."

"There's a very welcoming and community feel."

"Everything... the teachers are amazing and the Headteacher is outstanding.  She knows every child by name and even the parents' names.  She makes you welcome and you can tell she loves every child."