Rockcliffe First School
URN: 108583 • Whitley Bay NE26 2NR
Overview
- Name
- Rockcliffe First School
- URN
- 108583
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tom Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01916434100
- Website
- Visit Rockcliffe First School website
- Address
-
Grafton Road, Whitley Bay NE26 2NR
Find on Google Maps
Summary
Rockcliffe First School, located in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, is a foundation primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 272 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 251. Established over a century ago, the school prides itself on its innovative learning environment, complemented by its picturesque coastal location. The school’s ethos, "Laying the Foundations for Life," reflects its commitment to fostering successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens.
The curriculum at Rockcliffe is broad, dynamic, and challenging, designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. The school emphasizes a safe and inclusive community where every child feels welcome and valued. Dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide enriching educational experiences, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to flourish academically and personally.
Rockcliffe First School is deeply embedded in its local community, leveraging its rich heritage to enhance the educational experience. The school is committed to maintaining high academic standards while also prioritising the holistic development of its pupils, making it a nurturing environment for children to grow and thrive.
The curriculum at Rockcliffe is broad, dynamic, and challenging, designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. The school emphasizes a safe and inclusive community where every child feels welcome and valued. Dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide enriching educational experiences, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to flourish academically and personally.
Rockcliffe First School is deeply embedded in its local community, leveraging its rich heritage to enhance the educational experience. The school is committed to maintaining high academic standards while also prioritising the holistic development of its pupils, making it a nurturing environment for children to grow and thrive.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- North Tyneside School Term Dates (other)
- Uniform Policy (other)
- EY Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Autumn Term Newsletter 4 (other)
- Autumn Term Newsletter 5 (other)
- Autumn Term Newsletter 6 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Coquet Park First School (74.7)
- Marine Park First School (71.8)
- Star of the Sea RC VA Primary (68.3)
- Southridge First School (66.8)
- South Wellfield First School (64.7)
Key details
- LA
- North Tyneside
- Age range
- 3 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Capacity
- 251
- Pupils
- 272
- Boys
- 129
- Girls
- 143
- FSM %
- 9.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 272 | 129 | 143 | 251 | 9.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 270 | 134 | 136 | 251 | 8.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 275 | 142 | 133 | 251 | 11.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 275 | 142 | 133 | 251 | 11.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 270 | 145 | 125 | 251 | 12.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 277 | 146 | 131 | 251 | 8.40 |
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