Whale Hill Primary School
88%
Capacity
465
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Whale Hill Primary School
Whale Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Redcar and Cleveland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 465 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 530 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whale Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sandra Marsden, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3038th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
Whale Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 58 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
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 Whale Hill Primary School include Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Football, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, Whale Hill 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Sandsend Road, Whale Hill Primary School, Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland, TS6 8AD |
| Headteacher | Sandra Marsden |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 465 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.6% |
| School Capacity | 465 / 530 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3038th of 13,686
Nationally
161st of 677
In North East
15th of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
74%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
63
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (90% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandsend Road, Whale Hill Primary School, Middlesbrough
Redcar and Cleveland, TS6 8AD
Sandsend Road, Whale Hill Primary School, Middlesbrough
Redcar and Cleveland, TS6 8AD
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