Jesmond Gardens Primary School
Hartlepool, TS24 8PJ · Hartlepool · primary school
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19th 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 — 6.4/10 against 998 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Jesmond Gardens Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 355 pupils against a stated capacity of 357. 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 curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Jesmond Gardens Primary School
Overview
Jesmond Gardens Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "warm and nurturing" environment where pupils enjoy attending. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and attendance, supported by an ambitious curriculum that is carefully sequenced to build knowledge and skills from the early years.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a "soft start" routine and "warm relationships" with staff, ensuring they feel safe and ready to learn.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "carefully sequenced," with effective teacher training in key subjects like mathematics and reading.
- Staff "quickly and accurately identify the needs of pupils with SEND," providing tailored support including a bespoke curriculum for some.
- A comprehensive personal development programme helps pupils understand safety, diversity, and healthy relationships.
- Trust and local governance provide "effective challenge and support," with staff valuing leadership’s consideration for their well-being.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure pupils have more opportunities to regularly use and revisit "subject-specific vocabulary" in all curriculum areas so they can articulate their knowledge precisely.
Safeguarding
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 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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