Wheatlands Primary School
86%
Capacity
427
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Wheatlands Primary School
Wheatlands 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 427 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 498 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wheatlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Pyle, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2132nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
Wheatlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 46 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wheatlands Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, Wheatlands 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 | Hundale Crescent, Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, TS10 2PU |
| Headteacher | Samantha Pyle |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 427 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 427 / 498 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2132nd of 13,686
Nationally
106th of 677
In North East
10th of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
77%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
61
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hundale Crescent, Redcar
Redcar and Cleveland, TS10 2PU
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