Harrow Gate Academy
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Capacity
419
Pupils
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Demand
About Harrow Gate Academy
Harrow Gate Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Harrow Gate Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Galt, it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10463rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
Harrow Gate Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 50 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
Harrow Gate Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harrow Gate Academy include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, Harrow Gate 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Piper Knowle Road, Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 8DE |
| Headteacher | Victoria Galt |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.9% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10463rd of 13,686
Nationally
541st of 677
In North East
43rd of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
51%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed50
68
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Piper Knowle Road, Stockton-on-Tees
Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 8DE
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