Prior's Mill CofE Primary School
84%
Capacity
451
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Prior's Mill CofE Primary School
Prior's Mill CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 540 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Prior's Mill CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Linsley, it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4714th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
Prior's Mill CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 36 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 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, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Prior's Mill CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, Prior's Mill CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Clifton Avenue, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, TS22 5BX |
| Headteacher | Richard Linsley |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 540 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2017Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4714th of 13,686
Nationally
249th of 677
In North East
25th of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
69%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prior's Mill CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Clifton Avenue, Billingham
Stockton-on-Tees, TS22 5BX
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