Southridge First School
96%
Capacity
339
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Southridge First School
Southridge First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 339 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 352 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Southridge First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Finn Willcock, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
Southridge First School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 57 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southridge First School include Sports Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Southridge First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cranleigh Place, Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, NE25 9UD |
| Headteacher | Finn Willcock |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 339 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 339 / 352 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cranleigh Place, Whitley Bay
North Tyneside, NE25 9UD
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