Skelton Primary School
63%
Capacity
474
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Skelton Primary School
Skelton 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 474 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Skelton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Walker, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5786th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
Skelton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 53 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 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 Skelton Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Tennis, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, Skelton 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 | Station Lane, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Redcar and Cleveland, TS12 2LR |
| Headteacher | S Walker |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 474 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.9% |
| School Capacity | 474 / 758 (63% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5786th of 13,686
Nationally
308th of 677
In North East
19th of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
66%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
58
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (88% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Station Lane, Saltburn-by-the-Sea
Redcar and Cleveland, TS12 2LR
Station Lane, Saltburn-by-the-Sea
Redcar and Cleveland, TS12 2LR
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