Easterside Academy
108%
Capacity
318
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Easterside Academy
Easterside Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 318 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 294 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Easterside Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Seymour, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9061st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
Easterside Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 34 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Easterside Academy include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, Easterside 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 | Erith Grove, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS4 3RG |
| Headteacher | Helen Seymour |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 318 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.1% |
| School Capacity | 318 / 294 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9061st of 13,686
Nationally
474th of 677
In North East
26th of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
50
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Erith Grove, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS4 3RG
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