Rift House Primary School
97%
Capacity
266
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Rift House Primary School
Rift House Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hartlepool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 266 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 275 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rift House Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Turner, it falls under Hartlepool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5957th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 26 in Hartlepool.
Rift House Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 27 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rift House Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hartlepool, Rift House 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 | Masefield Road, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, TS25 4JY |
| Headteacher | David Turner |
| Local Authority | Hartlepool |
| Number of Pupils | 266 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 69.9% |
| School Capacity | 266 / 275 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5957th of 13,686
Nationally
315th of 677
In North East
18th of 26
In Hartlepool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
65%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Masefield Road, Hartlepool
Hartlepool, TS25 4JY
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