Biddick Hall Junior School
URN: 108678 • South Shields NE34 9SP
Overview
- Name
- Biddick Hall Junior School
- URN
- 108678
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- M Collinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915362186
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chesterton Road, South Shields NE34 9SP
Summary
Biddick Hall Junior School is a community primary school located in South Shields, South Tyneside, with a current enrolment of 225 pupils, out of a capacity of 240. The school prides itself on creating a warm and welcoming environment where children can thrive academically and socially. Head Teacher Mrs. M Collinson emphasises the importance of a supportive atmosphere that fosters enthusiasm for learning among pupils, parents, and staff.
The curriculum at Biddick Hall is designed to equip students with essential language, mathematical, scientific, and technological skills while also promoting confidence and self-expression. Experienced staff members are dedicated to assessing each child's individual development and providing tailored support to help them reach their full potential. Recent academic results show that 100% of pupils achieved the expected standard in Maths at Key Stage 2, with 89% in Reading and 93% in Writing.
The school actively engages with the local community, as evidenced by visits from local MPs and various educational activities. Biddick Hall Junior School aims to build strong partnerships with families to enhance the educational experience and ensure that every child enjoys, achieves, and learns effectively.
The curriculum at Biddick Hall is designed to equip students with essential language, mathematical, scientific, and technological skills while also promoting confidence and self-expression. Experienced staff members are dedicated to assessing each child's individual development and providing tailored support to help them reach their full potential. Recent academic results show that 100% of pupils achieved the expected standard in Maths at Key Stage 2, with 89% in Reading and 93% in Writing.
The school actively engages with the local community, as evidenced by visits from local MPs and various educational activities. Biddick Hall Junior School aims to build strong partnerships with families to enhance the educational experience and ensure that every child enjoys, achieves, and learns effectively.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- 11th Oct 2025 SEND Event 9th December SEND Feedback Event: You Said We Did (sen)
- SEND News (sen)
- SEND update for parents (sen)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- South Tyneside Local Offer (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Website Accessibility Statement (download)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions Arrangements (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- South Tyneside
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 225
- Boys
- 93
- Girls
- 132
- FSM %
- 61.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 225 | 93 | 132 | 240 | 61.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 228 | 102 | 126 | 240 | 61.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 216 | 107 | 109 | 240 | 60.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 216 | 107 | 109 | 240 | 60.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 205 | 100 | 105 | 240 | 54.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 200 | 100 | 100 | 240 | 47.00 |
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