Riverdale Primary School
86%
Capacity
202
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Riverdale Primary School
Riverdale 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 202 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Riverdale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Whyte, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland 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 6019th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
Riverdale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 23 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Riverdale Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Swimming, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, Riverdale 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 | Hambleton Avenue, Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, TS10 4HH |
| Headteacher | Ruth Whyte |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.3% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 236 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6019th of 13,686
Nationally
319th of 677
In North East
20th of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
33
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hambleton Avenue, Redcar
Redcar and Cleveland, TS10 4HH
Hambleton Avenue, Redcar
Redcar and Cleveland, TS10 4HH
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