PrimaryData as of May 2026

Mortimer Primary School

Mortimer Road, South Shields, NE34 0RW

Community school

Pupils

603

Ages

3-11

FSM

10.7%

Capacity

575

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

65.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

54.0%

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About Mortimer Primary School

Mortimer Primary School is a primary school in South Shields, South Tyneside. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 54% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 603 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Mortimer Road, South Shields, NE34 0RW | More schools in South Tyneside

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Mortimer Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2024 — Good
Dec 2012 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Mortimer Primary School

What is Mortimer Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Mortimer Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Mortimer Primary School's latest exam results?

Mortimer Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 54% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Mortimer Primary School located?

Mortimer Primary School is a primary school in South Shields, South Tyneside (NE34 0RW).

How many pupils attend Mortimer Primary School?

Mortimer Primary School has around 603 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Mortimer Primary School with other schools?

View Mortimer Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in South Tyneside.