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Green Lane Primary Academy

Green Lane Primary Academy

Middlesbrough, TS5 7RUPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

105%

Capacity

663

Pupils

2.1x

Demand

About Green Lane Primary Academy

Green Lane Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 663 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Green Lane Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jackie Walsh, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6752nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 37 in Middlesbrough.

Green Lane Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 179 applications for 86 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 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 Green Lane Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Drama.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, Green Lane 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressGreen Lane, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS5 7RU
HeadteacherJackie Walsh
Local AuthorityMiddlesbrough
Number of Pupils663
Free School Meals (FSM)30.8%
School Capacity663 / 630 (105% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

3 Feb 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (3 Feb 2022): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)

6752nd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

361st of 677

In North East

Top 53%

19th of 37

In Middlesbrough

Top 51%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

63%

Expected Standard

7%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:71%
Higher:22%
Writing
Expected:83%
Higher:9%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:78%
Higher:14%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -7%

'22/23

70%

'23/24

63%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Sports HallPlaying FieldsGymnasiumLibraryDining HallICT SuiteArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

Cross CountryNetballDanceSwimming

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubChoirDrama

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

86

Applications

179

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

83 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Green Lane Primary Academy

Green Lane Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01642277407www.greenlanemiddlesbrough.co.uk

Green Lane, Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough, TS5 7RU

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Green Lane, Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough, TS5 7RU

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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