Gentleshaw Primary School is smaller than the average-sized primary school. Most pupils are White British. Of the small number who are from minority ethnic groups, very few speak English as an additional language. There are currently no pupils supported by the pupil premium and proportions are usually very small. The proportion of pupils who have special educational needs or disability is below average. The school does not meet the current government floor standards, which set the minimum expectations for pupils’ attainment and progress. There is before- and after-school care on site. This provision is run independently and was not included in this inspection. The headteacher, who took up post in January 2015, was absent during the inspection. The deputy headteacher was also absent. The school is currently being led by an acting headteacher, supported by an associate headteacher.