Stanhope Primary School
114%
Capacity
239
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Stanhope Primary School
Stanhope Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stanhope Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Rogers, it falls under South Tyneside 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 4173rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 37 in South Tyneside.
Stanhope Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stanhope Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, Stanhope 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gresford Street, South Shields, South Tyneside, NE33 4SZ |
| Headteacher | Adam Rogers |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.5% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 210 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4173rd of 13,686
Nationally
225th of 677
In North East
12th of 37
In South Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
70%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stanhope Primary School
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Contact Information
Gresford Street, South Shields
South Tyneside, NE33 4SZ
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