Berwick Hills Primary School
110%
Capacity
346
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Berwick Hills Primary School
Berwick Hills Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 346 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Berwick Hills Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tessa Smith, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13278th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
Berwick Hills Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 42 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Berwick Hills Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 72.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, Berwick Hills 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 | Westerdale Road, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS3 7QH |
| Headteacher | Tessa Smith |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 346 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 72.2% |
| School Capacity | 346 / 315 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13278th of 13,686
Nationally
660th of 677
In North East
37th of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
30%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Westerdale Road, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS3 7QH
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