New Marske Primary School
76%
Capacity
198
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About New Marske Primary School
New Marske 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 198 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Marske Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Dooris, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6248th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
New Marske Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 14 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Marske Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, New Marske 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 | Birkdale Road, Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, TS11 8BN |
| Headteacher | John Dooris |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 198 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.1% |
| School Capacity | 198 / 259 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6248th of 13,686
Nationally
325th of 677
In North East
22nd of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
0%
'23/24
64%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
19
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Birkdale Road, Redcar
Redcar and Cleveland, TS11 8BN
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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