Whale Hill Primary School
URN: 111635 • Middlesbrough TS6 8AD
Overview
- Name
- Whale Hill Primary School
- URN
- 111635
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 77.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Melanie/Sandra Mellor/Marsden (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Sandsend Road, Middlesbrough TS6 8AD
Summary
Whale Hill Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Middlesbrough, serving 577 pupils with a capacity of 530. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child is valued equally. The ethos focuses on nurturing happy, well-balanced children who are encouraged to develop their knowledge and skills while becoming responsible citizens. High expectations are set for student behaviour and academic performance, promoting resilience and a positive attitude towards learning.
The curriculum at Whale Hill encompasses a broad range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside opportunities for outdoor play and learning. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development through PSHE and promotes British values, ensuring that children not only excel academically but also grow as individuals.
Support for students is a priority, with dedicated staff including a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) to assist those requiring additional help. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, fostering a collaborative approach to education and wellbeing. For more information, parents can contact the school directly via email or phone.
The curriculum at Whale Hill encompasses a broad range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside opportunities for outdoor play and learning. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development through PSHE and promotes British values, ensuring that children not only excel academically but also grow as individuals.
Support for students is a priority, with dedicated staff including a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) to assist those requiring additional help. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, fostering a collaborative approach to education and wellbeing. For more information, parents can contact the school directly via email or phone.
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Nearby alternatives
- Nunthorpe Primary Academy (73.7)
- Pallister Park Primary School (70.9)
- St Edward's RC Primary School (70.2)
- St Joseph's RC Primary School (70.2)
- St Margaret Clitherows RC Primary School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Redcar and Cleveland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 530
- Pupils
- 577
- Boys
- 307
- Girls
- 270
- FSM %
- 28.70
- Open date
- Close date
- 2019-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2006-09-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 577 | 307 | 270 | 530 | 28.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 577 | 307 | 270 | 530 | 28.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 577 | 307 | 270 | 530 | 28.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 577 | 307 | 270 | 530 | 28.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 577 | 307 | 270 | 530 | 28.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 577 | 307 | 270 | 530 | 28.70 |
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