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Ridgeway Primary Academy

Park Avenue, South Shields, NE34 8AB

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

461

Ages

3-11

FSM

48.4%

Capacity

472

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2016

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

64.0%

Writing

69.0%

Maths

66.0%

RWM Combined

51.0%

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About Ridgeway Primary Academy

Ridgeway Primary Academy is a primary school in South Shields, South Tyneside. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 51% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 461 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Park Avenue, South Shields, NE34 8AB | More schools in South Tyneside

Ofsted inspection history

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

Sept 2021 — School remains Good
Nov 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Ridgeway Primary Academy

What is Ridgeway Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Ridgeway Primary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What are Ridgeway Primary Academy's latest exam results?

Ridgeway Primary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 51% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Ridgeway Primary Academy located?

Ridgeway Primary Academy is a primary school in South Shields, South Tyneside (NE34 8AB).

How many pupils attend Ridgeway Primary Academy?

Ridgeway Primary Academy has around 461 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Ridgeway Primary Academy with other schools?

View Ridgeway Primary Academy'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.