How many schools are there in South Shields?

There are 27 schools in South Shields listed on FindGreatSchools: 21 primary, 3 secondary and 3 special. Each listing links to a full profile with Ofsted information, results and demographics where published.

Which are the top-rated schools in South Shields?

Under our composite score, Biddick Hall Junior School is the highest-ranked primary school and Harton Academy is the highest-ranked secondary school in South Shields. The score blends Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement into one A to F grade, weighted by data completeness. Independent and special schools are listed by Ofsted rating rather than scored.

Why are primary and secondary schools ranked separately?

Because they are measured on different things: primary schools on Key Stage 2 SATs, secondary schools on GCSE results and Progress 8. A grade A primary and a grade A secondary are not the same measurement, so we never rank them against each other. Each phase has its own full ranking for South Shields, linked from its section above.

The best schools in South Shields

Compare 27 schools in South Shields on one page: the top-rated primary and secondary schools ranked by Ofsted, SATs and GCSE results and our composite score, plus every special school in the area. Top of the list: Biddick Hall Junior School (primary) and Harton Academy (secondary).

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