Pentland Primary School
70%
Capacity
254
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Pentland Primary School
Pentland Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 254 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pentland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Debbie Hamilton, it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11788th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
Pentland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 21 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pentland Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, Pentland 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 | Pentland Avenue, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, TS23 2RG |
| Headteacher | Debbie Hamilton |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 254 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.6% |
| School Capacity | 254 / 363 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11788th of 13,686
Nationally
600th of 677
In North East
50th of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
30
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
21 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
Pentland Avenue, Billingham
Stockton-on-Tees, TS23 2RG
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