Lord Blyton Primary School
South Shields, NE34 9BN · South Tyneside · primary school
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32nd 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 — 5.1/10 against 1,571 of them, against 4.1/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lord Blyton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club, an after-school club, and a golf taster session.
Getting in
The published school roll is 229 pupils against a stated capacity of 235. 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 have not yet reached the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Lord Blyton Primary School
Overview
The report describes an inclusive school where "warm and nurturing relationships" underpin daily life, ensuring pupils feel safe and valued. Leaders have established an "ambitious curriculum" with a strong focus on reading and language, resulting in pupils who are "generally well prepared for the next stage of their education." While attainment is close to national averages, the report notes that opportunities for deeper thinking are not yet consistent across all subjects.
Strengths
- Staff demonstrate high expectations and build strong bonds with pupils, fostering a culture where children "feel safe, respected and that they truly matter."
- The curriculum prioritises reading and vocabulary, with "effective support" in place for pupils needing help in literacy and mathematics.
- Leaders have created an "inclusive culture" with robust pastoral support, particularly for vulnerable pupils and those with special educational needs.
- Pupils display positive behaviour, "good manners," and enthusiasm for enrichment activities, including sport and cultural visits.
- Early years provision is "well designed," helping children develop secure foundational skills in phonics and writing.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff provide more opportunities for pupils to "think deeply and apply their knowledge" so that more pupils, particularly disadvantaged ones, attain highly.
- Leaders and governors must "sharpen their analysis" of school performance to better evaluate the impact of actions on attendance and enrichment participation.
- Opportunities for independent work in the Early Years need to be planned more precisely to meet the specific needs of all children.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing "an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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