Best Primary Schools in South Tyneside 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 45 schools across South Tyneside. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

27%

Outstanding rate

64%

Avg KS2 SATs

37.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	West Boldon Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
🥈	Biddick Hall Junior School Primary	Good	74	View school
🥉	Cleadon Church of England Academy Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
4.	St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
5.	Valley View Primary School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
6.	St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow Primary	Good	72	View school
7.	St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
8.	Stanhope Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
9.	St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn Primary	Good	68	View school
10.	Forest View Primary Primary	Good	68	View school
11.	Hedworthfield Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
12.	St Oswald's CofE Aided Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
13.	St Aloysius Catholic Junior School Academy Primary	Outstanding	66	View school
14.	Marsden Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
15.	St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, South Shields Primary	Good	65	View school
16.	Lord Blyton Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school
17.	Hedworth Lane Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school
18.	Harton Primary School Primary	Good	63	View school
19.	SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields Primary	Good	63	View school
20.	Mortimer Primary School Primary	Outstanding	63	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in South Tyneside?

There are 45 primary schools in South Tyneside, of which 12 (27%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in South Tyneside?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in South Tyneside is West Boldon Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in South Tyneside?

Primary and secondary school applications in South Tyneside are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the South Tyneside council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in South Tyneside?

27% of primary schools in South Tyneside are rated Outstanding and 67% are rated Good. 92.2% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.