Pennyman Primary Academy
Fulbeck Road, Ormesby, Middlesbrough, TS3 0QSOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Pennyman Primary Academy is a primary school in Middlesbrough for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 61 schools in Middlesbrough. It ranks 36th of 57 primary schools in Middlesbrough. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2017.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 20 June 2017, report published 14 July 2017
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 February 2023
Pennyman Primary Academy is a highly inclusive school. Leaders at every level have an unwavering commitment to serving the community. There is a specialist provision unit within the school for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). These pupils are fully integrated into every aspect of school life. Adults and pupils feel proud to be part of the 'Pennyman family'. Pupils are happy coming to school and say that it is a safe place to be. Staff have high expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND. Pupils rise to this challenge well. Pupils behave extremely well. In lessons, they are engaged and attentive. There is a calm and purposeful atmosphere in the school. Relationships between adults and pupils are positive and respectful. Pupils say that there is no bullying. They are confident that adults would deal with any bullying should it happen. Pupils appreciate the range of wider opportunities available. Extra-curricular clubs, including choir and sports, help to develop pupils' talents and interests. Pupils are proud to take on leadership roles as well-being ambassadors and as members of the junior leadership team. Pupils take these roles seriously and understand their responsibility to make a positive contribution to society.
What the school should improve
- The school's approach to teaching handwriting is not yet having the intended impact. As a result, pupils' handwriting is under-developed and many pupils do not form their letters accurately. Leaders should ensure that the teaching of handwriting is prioritised to enable pupils to improve their handwriting.
- The curriculum does not develop pupils' understanding of other faiths and cultures well enough. As a result, pupils' knowledge of different faiths and cultures is limited. Leaders should ensure that the curriculum better develops pupils' understanding of the range of other faiths and cultures that exist in British society.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
47 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
408 pupils on roll, with places for 440
Schools near Pennyman Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Gabriel's Catholic Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Overfields Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 54% met the expected standard |
| Ormesby Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 49% met the expected standard |
| Thorntree Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| Park End Primary School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 44% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- TEES VALLEY EDUCATION
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Joanne Stuart
- Phone
- 01642314750
- Address
- Fulbeck Road, Ormesby, Middlesbrough, TS3 0QS
- Local authority
- Middlesbrough
- URN
- 138560
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.