Dormanstown Primary Academy
102%
Capacity
263
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Dormanstown Primary Academy
Dormanstown Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redcar and Cleveland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 263 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 259 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dormanstown Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Antje Kell, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10677th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
Dormanstown Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 30 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
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 Dormanstown Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, Dormanstown Primary Academy 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 | South Avenue, Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, TS10 5LY |
| Headteacher | Antje Kell |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 263 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.4% |
| School Capacity | 263 / 259 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10677th of 13,686
Nationally
552nd of 677
In North East
35th of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (89% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
South Avenue, Redcar
Redcar and Cleveland, TS10 5LY
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