Whitley Bay primary schools deliver outstanding results, 100% of schools are rated Good or Outstanding, well above England's 82%. Valley Gardens Middle School, Wellfield Middle School, and Marden Bridge Middle School are among the highest-performing options in this coastal town. 77% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths compared to 62% nationally, while 23% achieve the higher standard—nearly triple England's 82%. With 19 schools serving the area, families in Monkseaton, Cullercoats, and Shiremoor benefit from strong academic foundations combined with the welcoming character of this seaside community. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Southridge First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Holywell Village First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | Marden Bridge Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 9-13 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Marine Park First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 7.6/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, Whitley Bay | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | Catholic | 7/10Good |
| #5 | Monkseaton Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
| N/A | Appletree Gardens First School | State | Primary | 2-9 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
| N/A | Coquet Park First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
State • Primary • 3-11 years
State • Primary • 9-13 years
State • Primary • 2-9 years
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | New Hartley First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Rockcliffe First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 8.5/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | Whytrig Community Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | 7.7/10Excellent |
| N/A | Seaton Delaval First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 9-13 years
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #7 | Seaton Sluice Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
| N/A | Seaton Sluice First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 9-13 years
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | Wellfield Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
| N/A | South Wellfield First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 8.1/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 9-13 years
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Langley First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 3-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Valley Gardens Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
State • Primary • 9-13 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Whitley Lodge First School | State | Primary | 3-9 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 3-9 years
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