Mortimer Primary School

URN: 108673 • South Shields NE34 0RW

Overview

Name
Mortimer Primary School
URN
108673
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
P.J. Bennett (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01914554504
Website
Visit
Address
Mortimer Road, South Shields NE34 0RW

Summary

Mortimer Primary School is a community school located in South Shields, South Tyneside, catering to a mixed-gender population of 603 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 575. The school is committed to providing excellence for all students, fostering an inclusive environment where every child can thrive. With a focus on academic achievement and personal development, Mortimer Primary offers a well-rounded curriculum designed to engage and inspire young learners.

The school actively promotes community involvement and regularly hosts events, such as the recent Red Nose Day activities and seasonal fairs, which encourage participation from families and local residents. Additionally, Mortimer Primary provides wrap-around care through its Bright Owls programme, ensuring that students have access to support beyond standard school hours.

Mortimer Primary School also prioritises staff development and is currently seeking to expand its team with positions such as Teaching Assistants and Supervisory Assistants. The school remains responsive to the needs of its community, as demonstrated by its communication regarding weather-related closures and other important updates. For more information, parents can visit the school's official website.

Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
575
Pupils
603
Boys
292
Girls
311
FSM %
10.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-31
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 603 292 311 575 10.70
2024-09-11 613 301 312 575 11.70
2023-09-11 612 299 313 575 10.60
2022-09-11 612 299 313 575 10.60
2021-09-11 603 297 306 575 9.70
2020-09-11 609 304 305 575 10.10

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