Is Bowesfield Primary School a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 27 February 2024. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 33rd of 53 primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Bowesfield Primary School's SATs results?

In the 2025 Key Stage 2 tests (SATs), 56% of pupils at Bowesfield Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (England: 62%).

How do I apply for a place at Bowesfield Primary School?

Applications for Reception places at Bowesfield Primary School 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).

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Bowesfield Primary School

Northcote Street, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 3JB

Local ranking33rd of 53 primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees

Ofsted: Good

Primary

Phase

420

Capacity

3-11

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2025 SATs · Ofsted inspection 27 February 2024.

Year:

KS2 Results (Year 6 SATs)

2024-25

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected): 56.0% nat62.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher): 0.0% nat8.0%
Reading (Expected): 71.0%
Writing (Expected): 67.0%
Maths (Expected): 60.0%
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling (Expected): 77.0%
Reading avg scaled score: 104.0 nat106.0
Maths avg scaled score: 102.0 nat105.0
GPS avg scaled score: 105.0
Cohort Size: 52

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 339
Boys: 170 (50%)
Girls: 167 (50%)
Capacity: 420 (80% full)
SEND: 25.1%
FSM Eligible: 49.8%
EAL: 59.9%
SEN with EHC Plan: 2.6%
SEN Support: 22.4%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 18.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 17.5
Budget per Pupil: £7,167/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 7.6% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 29.2% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Community school
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

Asian Pakistani: 36.9%
Black African: 20.8%
White British: 10.7%
Asian Other: 8.0%
White Other: 5.7%
Mixed Other: 5.1%
Other: 3.0%
Asian Indian: 2.4%

36.9%

Asian Pakistani

20.8%

Black African

10.7%

White British

Historical Trends

KS2 Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

01642601890

bpenquiries@sbcschools.org.uk

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Northcote Street

Stockton-on-Tees, North East

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Administrative

URN: 111540
UKPRN: 10068854
Establishment No.: 2032

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