Ormesby Primary School
53%
Capacity
222
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Ormesby Primary School
Ormesby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redcar and Cleveland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 222 pupils on roll, operating at 53% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ormesby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Drage, 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 6325th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
Ormesby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 14 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ormesby Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Chess, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, Ormesby 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 | Henry Taylor Court, Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland, TS7 9AB |
| Headteacher | Andrew Drage |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.2% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 415 (53% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6325th of 13,686
Nationally
331st of 677
In North East
23rd 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
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Henry Taylor Court, Middlesbrough
Redcar and Cleveland, TS7 9AB
Henry Taylor Court, Middlesbrough
Redcar and Cleveland, TS7 9AB
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