Fens Primary School
Hartlepool, TS25 2LY · Hartlepool · primary school
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9th of 27 primary schools in Hartlepool we can score, 30 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 — 8.6/10 against 3,267 of them, against 7.9/10 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
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fens Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Digital Leaders, TV Club, Gardening Club, Vocal Group and KS 2 Drama. Sports include Multi Sports, Street Dance, Table Tennis, football, Tag Rugby, Netball and Fit For Life. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 457 pupils against a stated capacity of 496. 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 do not reach the expected standard? What does the daily routine look like for children attending the breakfast club? How does the curriculum build on the strengths identified in the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Fens Primary School
Overview
Fens Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and valued. Leaders have designed a broad, ambitious curriculum that supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, fostering a strong sense of community and respect.
Strengths
- Pupils describe the school as ‘a family where everybody is respected’, enjoying positive relationships with staff and peers.
- Reading is ‘at the heart of the curriculum’, with a consistent approach to phonics ensuring children become ‘confident, fluent readers’.
- Staff have ‘high expectations for behaviour’, resulting in classrooms that are ‘calm and purposeful’.
- Leaders are ‘quick to identify and respond to the additional needs of pupils with SEND’, ensuring they achieve well alongside peers.
- Staff feel ‘appreciated by leaders’ who provide support to manage workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, ‘pupils’ essential learning is not made clear in the curriculum’, meaning some do not learn as well as they could.
- Assessment approaches in some foundation subjects need refinement so teachers can better identify gaps in pupils’ previous learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained well in procedures and maintaining the belief that ‘it could happen here’.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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