Whale Hill Primary School

URN: 147393 • Middlesbrough TS6 8AD

Overview

Name
Whale Hill Primary School
URN
147393
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
58.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sandra Marsden (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01642454339
Website
Visit
Address
Sandsend Road, Middlesbrough TS6 8AD

Summary

Whale Hill Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Middlesbrough, serving approximately 465 pupils with a capacity of 530. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child is valued equally. With a focus on continuous improvement, Whale Hill aims to provide a supportive and nurturing atmosphere for all students.

The curriculum at Whale Hill encompasses a broad range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside Modern Foreign Languages and Religious Education. The school emphasises outdoor play and learning through its OPAL initiative, promoting both physical and emotional well-being among pupils. Additionally, Whale Hill prioritises parental engagement and offers various resources and support services to assist families.

Whale Hill Primary School is dedicated to safeguarding and the well-being of its students, adhering to the latest guidelines and best practices in child protection. The school actively encourages community involvement and values the input of parents through initiatives like the Parent Voice and School Council, fostering a collaborative environment for the benefit of all.

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
530
Pupils
465
Boys
226
Girls
239
FSM %
54.60
Open date
2019-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 465 226 239 530 54.60
2024-09-11 482 241 241 530 48.40
2023-09-11 523 275 248 530 43.80
2022-09-11 523 275 248 530 43.80
2021-09-11 537 275 262 530 42.30
2020-09-11 565 299 266 530 33.00

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