Newport Primary School
109%
Capacity
365
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Newport Primary School
Newport 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 365 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 336 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newport Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Patricia Maxwell, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12713th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
Newport Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 44 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newport Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, Newport 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 | St Paul's Road, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS1 5NQ |
| Headteacher | Patricia Maxwell |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 365 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.4% |
| School Capacity | 365 / 336 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12713th of 13,686
Nationally
642nd of 677
In North East
33rd of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
38%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 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
St Paul's Road, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS1 5NQ
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