Pallister Park Primary School
121%
Capacity
637
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Pallister Park Primary School
Pallister Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 637 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 525 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pallister Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher H Adams, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11326th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
Pallister Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 57 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 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 Pallister Park Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 68.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, Pallister Park 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 | Gribdale Road, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS3 8PW |
| Headteacher | H Adams |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 637 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 68.2% |
| School Capacity | 637 / 525 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11326th of 13,686
Nationally
575th of 677
In North East
32nd of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
47%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
81
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gribdale Road, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS3 8PW
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