Lift North Ormesby
Middlesbrough, TS3 6LB · Middlesbrough · primary school
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23rd of 40 primary schools in Middlesbrough we can score, 41 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 — 6.1/10 against 1,026 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 62% | 2.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 38% | 1.72 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lift North Ormesby overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 233 pupils against a stated capacity of 267. 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are offered during the lunchtime break?
What Ofsted said about Lift North Ormesby
Overview
North Ormesby Primary Academy is described as a "calm place" where pupils "behave well, showing courtesy and respect." The report highlights that staff are "highly skilled in crafting relationships" with a diverse pupil population, including many new arrivals learning English. Inspectors found that pupils are "happy here," feel safe, and achieve well, with "solid foundations for their next stage of education."
Strengths
- Personal development is praised as "impressive," with pupils having an "excellent understanding" of fundamental British values and protected groups.
- The school prioritises reading, ensuring a "consistent approach" from Reception, with pupils developing "effective comprehension and fluency skills" by Year 6.
- Curriculum improvements in mathematics and history have "increased pupil confidence and raised their achievement."
- Staff are "proud to work" at the school and feel "valued and supported by leaders."
- Attendance is improving, with the number of persistently absent pupils reduced through targeted initiatives and home visits.
Areas to improve
- Ensure reading books are "matched sufficiently well to the sounds that they know" to help pupils with less secure phonics knowledge become fluent readers.
- Continue to "quality assure the curriculum" and support staff in implementing recent changes, such as the new religious education curriculum.
- Address "inconsistencies in the approach to supporting children’s language development" in the early years to ensure all staff model language skilfully.
Safeguarding
The report states 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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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