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Errington Primary School

Redcar, TS11 7BL · Redcar and Cleveland · primary school

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Ofsted: Good · 2023 Inspected 3 years ago Mixed Primary
5.6/10 Broadly average

20th of 43 primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland we can score, 44 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.

Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.7/10 against 2,762 of them, against 5.9/10 nationally. 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 64.0 · 49 40% 1.97
Ofsted 52 35% 1.82
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 12.0 · 74 25% 1.85

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Errington Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, matching the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it, compared to the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).

Beyond the classroom

Pupils can join Quidditch, the Errington magazine club, outdoor and adventurous, gardening, computing, games, art, and knitting clubs. Sports include football, gymnastics, golf, multi-skills, netball, construction, and chess. An after-school club is available.

Getting in

The published school roll is 219 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the outdoor and adventurous club? How are places allocated for the upcoming academic year?

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What Ofsted said about Errington Primary School

Inspection report dated 26 May 2023

Overview

Errington Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "warm and welcoming environment" where pupils are "polite and respectful." Leaders have successfully improved the curriculum since September 2021, ensuring that learning in key stages 1 and 2 builds effectively on early years foundations. Most pupils achieve well and are prepared for secondary school, supported by a culture that encourages curiosity and kindness.

Strengths

  • Pupils demonstrate high standards of behaviour, with bullying being "rare" and children showing confidence in adults to resolve incidents.
  • There is a "consistent approach to the teaching of phonics," with pupils reading with "increasing speed and accuracy" and enjoying regular library use.
  • Teachers understand the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) well, providing effective adaptations and bespoke support.
  • The curriculum includes valuable enrichment opportunities, such as "forest school provision" and cross-curricular links, which extend beyond national requirements.
  • Children in the early years make a "positive start," benefiting from clear short-term goals and a rich outdoor learning environment.

Areas to improve

  • In some subjects, the most important knowledge is not identified or broken down into "clear, small steps," meaning teachers are not consistently clear about what pupils need to understand.
  • Leaders should ensure long-term curriculum aims are broken down so that the specific steps pupils need to secure are clearly understood by teachers in all subjects.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with adults reporting concerns promptly and leaders keeping detailed records of appropriate and timely actions.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
64%
2024/25
Higher standard
12%
2024/25
Demand
×1.0
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
25%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

69% 2022/23
54% 2023/24
64% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Errington Primary School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2369%
2023/2454%
2024/2564%
England64%

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.

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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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