Barnard Grove Primary School
103%
Capacity
323
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Barnard Grove Primary School
Barnard Grove Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hartlepool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 323 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Barnard Grove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Walker, it falls under Hartlepool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3828th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 26 in Hartlepool.
Barnard Grove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 29 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Barnard Grove Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barnard Grove Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hartlepool, Barnard Grove Primary School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barnard Grove, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, TS24 9SD |
| Headteacher | Lee Walker |
| Local Authority | Hartlepool |
| Number of Pupils | 323 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.3% |
| School Capacity | 323 / 315 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 14 Feb 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3828th of 13,686
Nationally
201st of 677
In North East
12th of 26
In Hartlepool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barnard Grove, Hartlepool
Hartlepool, TS24 9SD
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