Ashley Academy
South Shields, NE34 0QA · South Tyneside · primary school
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34th of 38 primary schools in South Tyneside we can score, 45 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.1/10 against 1,673 of them, against 2.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 45.0 · 13 | 62% | 0.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ashley Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 396 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school monitor progress for pupils with similar backgrounds to the national average?
What Ofsted said about Ashley Academy
Overview
Ashley Academy is a primary school that has undergone significant transformation since joining the WISE multi-academy trust. The report describes a setting where pupils "love to learn and achieve well" within a culture of "community, belonging and friendship." Leaders have "expertly and sensitively managed" improvements, resulting in high staff morale and effective governance.
Strengths
- Behaviour is described as "exemplary," with staff leading by example and establishing clear routines from the early years.
- The curriculum is "ambitious and thoughtfully planned," allowing pupils to make connections between subjects and build on prior learning.
- Phonics is "expertly delivered" by highly skilled staff, with precise teaching and well-matched books enabling pupils to become "confident and fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "thrive," receiving swift support and curriculum adaptations that enable them to make strong progress.
- Early years provision is "exceptional," with language-rich activities encouraging independence and preparing children fully for Year 1.
Areas to improve
- The report states that "some pupils’ oracy skills are not as developed as they could be," which limits their ability to articulate understanding and makes it difficult for the school to check learning. The school should "further build pupils’ oracy skills" to address this.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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