Jesmond Gardens Primary School
105%
Capacity
376
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Jesmond Gardens Primary School
Jesmond Gardens Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hartlepool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 376 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 357 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Jesmond Gardens Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philip Pritchard, it falls under Hartlepool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8111th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 26 in Hartlepool.
Jesmond Gardens Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 42 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Jesmond Gardens Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hartlepool, Jesmond Gardens 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 | Jesmond Gardens, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, TS24 8PJ |
| Headteacher | Philip Pritchard |
| Local Authority | Hartlepool |
| Number of Pupils | 376 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.8% |
| School Capacity | 376 / 357 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8111th of 13,686
Nationally
422nd of 677
In North East
21st of 26
In Hartlepool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
59%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed42
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Jesmond Gardens, Hartlepool
Hartlepool, TS24 8PJ
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