Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy
Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3DA · County Durham · primary school
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4th of 188 primary schools in County Durham we can score, 208 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.7/10 against 4,242 of them, against 9.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 23.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 23.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in November 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Extraordinary Us music event and visit Tynemouth Aquarium. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 256 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 do not reach the expected standard? How is the breakfast club integrated into the morning routine?
What Ofsted said about Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy
Overview
Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as aspirational, with an ethos of ‘Instil, Inspire, Innovate’ that fosters pupils’ enthusiasm for learning and positive attitudes. Pupils achieve exceptionally well from their starting points, supported by a broad, well-sequenced curriculum and a strong focus on character development.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ambitious and designed to ‘inspire curiosity and a love for learning’, with staff continuously refining subject-specific expertise.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from ‘bespoke support’ and ‘tailored interventions’, enabling them to thrive academically and socially.
- Reading is a priority from Reception, with staff expertly teaching children to become fluent readers and introducing a ‘wide and diverse range of texts’.
- Behaviour is ‘exemplary’, with pupils described as focused, respectful, and eager to learn, supported by an approach that prioritises emotional regulation.
- The school’s commitment to developing pupils’ character is outstanding, fostering a ‘mature and comprehensive understanding of mental well-being’ and social justice.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with governors and trustees ensuring it remains a priority and creating an open culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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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