Breckon Hill Primary School
94%
Capacity
594
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Breckon Hill Primary School
Breckon Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 594 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Breckon Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Smith, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
Breckon Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 46 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Breckon Hill Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, Breckon Hill 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Breckon Hill Road, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS4 2DS |
| Headteacher | Joanne Smith |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 594 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.2% |
| School Capacity | 594 / 630 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Breckon Hill Road, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS4 2DS
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