St Clare's RC Primary School
92%
Capacity
229
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Clare's RC Primary School
St Clare's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 250 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Clare's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Eddies, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4082nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
St Clare's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
St Clare's RC Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (40 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Clare's RC Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, St Clare's RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Trimdon Avenue, Trimdon Avenue, Acklam, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS5 8RZ |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Eddies |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.4% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 250 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4082nd of 13,686
Nationally
216th of 677
In North East
14th of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
40 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Clare's RC Primary School
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Contact Information
Trimdon Avenue, Trimdon Avenue, Acklam, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS5 8RZ
Trimdon Avenue, Trimdon Avenue, Acklam, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS5 8RZ
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