St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School
110%
Capacity
374
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School
St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Redcar and Cleveland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 374 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 339 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare McNicholas, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6430th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 46 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (74 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 Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, St Margaret Clitherows 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 | St Margaret's Grove, Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland, TS6 6TA |
| Headteacher | Clare McNicholas |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 374 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.3% |
| School Capacity | 374 / 339 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6430th of 13,686
Nationally
337th of 677
In North East
24th of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
74 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
57
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School
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How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
St Margaret's Grove, Middlesbrough
Redcar and Cleveland, TS6 6TA
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