Lift Caldicotes
88%
Capacity
238
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Lift Caldicotes
Lift Caldicotes is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lift Caldicotes "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Steele, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4063rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
Lift Caldicotes is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 26 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Lift Caldicotes has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lift Caldicotes include Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Athletics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 64.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, Lift Caldicotes 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 | Spencerfield Crescent, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS3 9HD |
| Headteacher | Helen Steele |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 64.2% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 270 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4063rd of 13,686
Nationally
214th of 677
In North East
13th of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
36
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lift Caldicotes
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Contact Information
Spencerfield Crescent, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS3 9HD
Spencerfield Crescent, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS3 9HD
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