Ridgeway Primary Academy

URN: 139124 • South Shields NE34 8AB

Overview

Name
Ridgeway Primary Academy
URN
139124
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
TYNE COAST ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alex Golden (since 2025)
Telephone
01914552865
Website
Visit
Address
Park Avenue, South Shields NE34 8AB

Summary

Ridgeway Primary Academy is a mixed primary school located in South Shields, South Tyneside, with a current enrolment of 461 pupils and a capacity of 472. As an academy sponsored by the Tyne Coast Academy Trust, the school is committed to providing a supportive and enriching learning environment for all students. The ethos of the academy centres around fostering each child's skills and knowledge to help them reach their full potential.

The curriculum at Ridgeway Primary Academy is designed to be engaging and comprehensive, ensuring that children receive a well-rounded education. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of community, aiming to be a central part of the vibrant local area. This connection is reflected in the diverse range of activities and support systems available to students and their families.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (48.4%), Ridgeway Primary Academy is dedicated to addressing the needs of its community and providing equitable opportunities for all children. The school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
TYNE COAST ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
472
Pupils
461
Boys
250
Girls
211
FSM %
48.40
Open date
2013-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-09-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 461 250 211 472 48.40
2024-09-11 459 246 213 472 49.90
2023-09-11 450 247 203 472 58.10
2022-09-11 450 247 203 472 58.10
2021-09-11 446 247 199 472 56.60
2020-09-11 424 239 185 472 55.90

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