Monkhouse Primary School is a foundation school serving families in North Shields and the wider North Tyneside area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Monkhouse Primary School caters for mixed pupils from 5 to 11 years. With 222 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 210, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 12 September 2023, awarding it a Good rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.