Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)
South Shields, NE34 0TS · South Tyneside · primary school
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25th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.8/10 against 537 of them, against 4.6/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 228 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)
Overview
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) continues to be a good school, providing an "oasis of calm" where pupils are happy and feel safe. Leaders and staff maintain high expectations, delivering a well-sequenced curriculum that effectively supports pupils’ learning and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour, showing "superb manners" and kindness, with bullying not tolerated.
- The curriculum is well-planned and adapted to meet pupils’ needs, with effective teaching of reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Leaders have prioritised reading, introducing a new phonics programme that helps younger pupils secure basics and older pupils read with enthusiasm.
- The school is inclusive, with high ambition for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who achieve well.
- A wide range of clubs, educational visits, and leadership roles enhances pupils’ horizons and sense of responsibility.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should develop suitable and manageable assessment approaches in foundation subjects to explicitly link to the curriculum and determine knowledge gained.
- Senior leaders need to continue developing subject leadership skills for all curriculum areas, particularly for those new to their roles.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders and staff identifying vulnerable pupils promptly and taking determined action to secure help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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
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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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