Newham Bridge Primary School
115%
Capacity
322
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Newham Bridge Primary School
Newham Bridge Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 322 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newham Bridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Beverley Hewitt-Best, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
Newham Bridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 45 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newham Bridge Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, Newham Bridge 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cayton Drive, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS5 7NJ |
| Headteacher | Beverley Hewitt-Best |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 322 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.4% |
| School Capacity | 322 / 280 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Jun 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
61
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cayton Drive, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS5 7NJ
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