Eskdale Academy

About Eskdale Academy

Eskdale Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hartlepool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Eskdale Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anthony Emms, it falls under Hartlepool local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3244th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 26 in Hartlepool.

Eskdale Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 16 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 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 Eskdale Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Chess, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 66.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Hartlepool, Eskdale 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.

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