Handale Primary School
56%
Capacity
191
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Handale Primary School
Handale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redcar and Cleveland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 191 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Handale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rio Farrier, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2515th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
Handale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 24 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Handale Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Handale Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, Handale Primary School 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | West Park Avenue, SALTBURN-BY-THE-SEA, Redcar and Cleveland, TS13 4RL |
| Headteacher | Rio Farrier |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 191 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.3% |
| School Capacity | 191 / 343 (56% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2515th of 13,686
Nationally
131st of 677
In North East
11th of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
26
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Handale Primary School
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Contact Information
West Park Avenue, SALTBURN-BY-THE-SEA
Redcar and Cleveland, TS13 4RL
West Park Avenue, SALTBURN-BY-THE-SEA
Redcar and Cleveland, TS13 4RL
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