Eldon Grove Academy
94%
Capacity
495
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Eldon Grove Academy
Eldon Grove Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hartlepool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 495 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 525 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eldon Grove Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christian Park, it falls under Hartlepool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5714th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 26 in Hartlepool.
Eldon Grove Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 56 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eldon Grove Academy include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hartlepool, Eldon Grove 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 | Eldon Grove, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, TS26 9LY |
| Headteacher | Christian Park |
| Local Authority | Hartlepool |
| Number of Pupils | 495 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.5% |
| School Capacity | 495 / 525 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5714th of 13,686
Nationally
305th of 677
In North East
17th of 26
In Hartlepool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
66%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
100
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Eldon Grove, Hartlepool
Hartlepool, TS26 9LY
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