Eldon Grove Academy

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Eldon Grove, Hartlepool, TS26 9LYOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Eldon Grove Academy is a primary school in Hartlepool for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 41 schools in Hartlepool. It ranks 8th of 30 primary schools in Hartlepool. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2019.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 30 January 2019, report published 14 March 2019

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 12 March 2024

At Eldon Grove, each pupil's potential is recognised and celebrated. Leaders have a clear vision for excellence. Staff share this vision and are proud to be part of the team. A passion for high-quality education and the well-being of pupils is a priority for everyone working at the school. Pupils are well motivated and happy. Pupils know there is an adult they can turn to if they need help. Pupils are resilient, independent and work well together. They welcome those who are different from themselves. Bullying is rare. The school provides many opportunities for pupils to develop their character and contribute to their school community. The student parliament, 'house' system and sports leadership roles are valued by pupils. They are proud to represent their school in sporting fixtures, musical events and when visitors come into school. Parents and carers are positive about their children's experience at the school. One said, 'The children are at the heart of what they (the school) do'. The inspector agrees. In classrooms, pupils' behaviour and focus are exceptional. Staff skilfully lead discussions to develop pupils' understanding of each topic. Pupils listen attentively to staff and one another. Leaders at all levels know precisely what is required to ensure pupils achieve their best. Pupils are keen to succeed and do their best daily.

What the school should improve

  • Improvements to the curriculum are still being embedded across the school. This limits the progress some pupils make over time. The school should ensure that the ambitious vocabulary and communication skills they intend pupils to develop are embedded so that pupils' progress continues to strengthen.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

63 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths75%

75%, 13 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths16%

16%, 8 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score106

106, the same as the England average.

Maths, average scaled score106

106, 1 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score108

108, 3 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

496 pupils on roll, with places for 525

Eligible for free school meals20.4%

20.4%, 6.1 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language4.8%

4.8%, 16.8 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support10.5%

10.5%, 4.3 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan0.6%

0.6%, 5.4 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Eldon Grove Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Stranton Primary School0.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding71% met the expected standard
Lynnfield Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: GoodNot published
Kingsley Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good65% met the expected standard
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool0.6 milesOfsted: Good70% met the expected standard
Rift House Primary School0.7 milesOfsted: Good71% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
EXTOL ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mr Christian Park
Address
Eldon Grove, Hartlepool, TS26 9LY
Local authority
Hartlepool
URN
139851

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.