Rose Wood Academy

About Rose Wood Academy

If you're looking for a primary school where parents feel genuinely listened to, Rose Wood Academy in Middlesbrough makes a strong impression. In the most recent Parent View survey, covering responses from September 2024 to September 2025, a striking 97% of parents said they would recommend the school to others. The feedback is consistently positive: 100% of respondents strongly agreed that their child feels safe, and 91% strongly agreed that their child is happy. Parents also feel well-informed, with 84% strongly agreeing that the school makes them aware of what their child will learn, and the same proportion strongly agreeing that concerns are dealt with properly. This confidence is reflected in demand for places. For the 2025/26 academic year, the school was oversubscribed, receiving 74 applications for 49 places — an oversubscription ratio of 1.51. Of the 52 first-preference applications, 47 received offers, suggesting that for many local families, Rose Wood is their top choice.

Academically, Rose Wood Academy performs solidly above the local average. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 results, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with the Middlesbrough local authority average of 62%. The school ranks 15th out of 37 primary schools in the borough on this measure, placing it in the top half locally. Individual subject scores are encouraging: 85% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, with an average scaled score of 106, while 83% did so in maths (average score 104) and 79% in writing. At the higher standard, 19% achieved it in both reading and writing, though only 4% did so across all three subjects. The school's most recent Ofsted inspection, an ungraded visit in November 2024, confirmed that standards are being maintained, and the overall effectiveness remains Good. Leadership and management, and early years provision, were both rated Good, with early years specifically noted as Outstanding.

The school offers a practical, well-resourced environment for children aged 3 to 11. Facilities include a sports hall, ICT suite, forest school area, art studios, playing fields, a sensory room and even a chapel. Clubs such as coding, chess, science club and drama run alongside sports including football, cricket, rounders and dance. For families with children who have additional needs, the school lists a wide range of SEND provisions, covering areas like autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language communication needs, and social, emotional and mental health support. With 28.6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a diverse intake. It also has a nursery provision, making it a convenient option for families looking for continuity from early years through to Year 6. Given its oversubscribed status, applying as a first preference is advisable.

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