What is the best primary school in South Tyneside?

On our composite score, Biddick Hall Junior School is the top-ranked primary school in South Tyneside, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in South Tyneside?

There are 45 primary schools in South Tyneside with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in South Tyneside ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in South Tyneside?

Applications for Reception places in South Tyneside starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in South Tyneside

Compare 45 top-rated primary schools in South Tyneside, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Biddick Hall Junior School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Biddick Hall Junior School vs Stanhope Primary School

The best primary schools in South Tyneside

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Biddick Hall Junior School

Stanhope Primary School

St Aloysius Catholic Junior School Academy

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn

St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow

East Boldon Junior School

Forest View Primary

Harton Primary School

Valley View Primary School

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow

Lord Blyton Primary School

Hadrian Primary School

Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, South Shields

St Oswald's CofE Aided Primary School

Hedworth Lane Primary School

Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow

Westoe Crown Primary School

Sea View Primary School

Laygate Community School

Marsden Primary School

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