Bankfields Primary School
URN: 147392 • Middlesbrough TS6 0RZ
Overview
- Name
- Bankfields Primary School
- URN
- 147392
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- STEEL RIVER ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Gatenby (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01642453157
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mansfield Road, Middlesbrough TS6 0RZ
Summary
Bankfields Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Middlesbrough, serving 268 pupils with a capacity of 297. The school is part of the Steel River Academy Trust and is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for children in the Bankfields estate and surrounding areas. The ethos of the school centres on valuing each child as an individual and encouraging them to reach their full potential.
The curriculum at Bankfields is broad and engaging, covering core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside a variety of foundation subjects including Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school also offers extracurricular activities to enrich students' learning experiences. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (54.20%), Bankfields prioritises support for all children, ensuring their well-being and academic success.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Emma Gatenby, Bankfields Primary School fosters a strong sense of community and encourages parental involvement. The school welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its vibrant school life firsthand.
The curriculum at Bankfields is broad and engaging, covering core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside a variety of foundation subjects including Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school also offers extracurricular activities to enrich students' learning experiences. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (54.20%), Bankfields prioritises support for all children, ensuring their well-being and academic success.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Emma Gatenby, Bankfields Primary School fosters a strong sense of community and encourages parental involvement. The school welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its vibrant school life firsthand.
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Nearby alternatives
- Whale Hill Primary School (77.4)
- 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)
Key details
- LA
- Redcar and Cleveland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- STEEL RIVER ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 297
- Pupils
- 268
- Boys
- 129
- Girls
- 139
- FSM %
- 54.20
- Open date
- 2019-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-01-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 268 | 129 | 139 | 297 | 54.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 289 | 136 | 153 | 297 | 49.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 307 | 156 | 151 | 297 | 42.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 307 | 156 | 151 | 297 | 42.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 296 | 149 | 147 | 297 | 39.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 312 | 163 | 149 | 297 | 34.10 |
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