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What is Bankfields Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Bankfields Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Bankfields Primary School located?

Bankfields Primary School is located in Middlesbrough, North East, TS6 0RZ.

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Bankfields Primary School serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Bankfields Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Bankfields Primary School

Bankfields Primary School is a primary academy in Middlesbrough, North East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Bankfields Primary School has 83% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 139 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 9.1%, 29% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.9%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected83%Attendance94.1%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Bankfields Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 139 pupils
SEN support: 24% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 83% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 24% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 43/100

Average surroundings

Air quality64/100

Transport access35/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Bankfields Primary School

At Bankfields Primary School, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

88% met the expected standard in reading and 88% in maths.

Attendance at Bankfields Primary School

Bankfields Primary School has an overall absence rate of 5.9%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Bankfields Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Bankfields Primary School is 9.1%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Bankfields Primary School

Bankfields Primary School has 139 pupils on roll.

29% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

24% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Bankfields Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Bankfields Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2022 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Bankfields Primary School is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Bankfields Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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