St Edward's Catholic Primary School
120%
Capacity
419
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Edward's Catholic Primary School
St Edward's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (120% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Edward's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mary Brown, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8777th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
St Edward's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 41 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Edward's Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, St Edward's Catholic 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 | Eastbourne Road, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS5 6QS |
| Headteacher | Mary Brown |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.3% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 350 (120% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8777th of 13,686
Nationally
456th of 677
In North East
24th of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
57%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Edward's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Eastbourne Road, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS5 6QS
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