South Bank Community Primary School
112%
Capacity
354
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About South Bank Community Primary School
South Bank Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redcar and Cleveland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 354 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Bank Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Tammy Cooper, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 21% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13538th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
South Bank Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 36 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 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 South Bank Community Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, South Bank Community 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 | Poplar Grove, Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland, TS6 6SY |
| Headteacher | Tammy Cooper |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 354 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.3% |
| School Capacity | 354 / 315 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (21%)
13538th of 13,686
Nationally
673rd of 677
In North East
41st of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
21%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
21%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities 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
44
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (77% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Poplar Grove, Middlesbrough
Redcar and Cleveland, TS6 6SY
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