The Best Schools In South Shields Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in South Shields. These top schools near South Shields are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

Biddick Hall Junior School

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Our number one ranked school in South Shields based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Biddick Hall Junior School.

Pupils
228
Ages
7 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
2

Forest View Primary

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Forest View Primary is ranked second in South Shields based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
245
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
3

Marine Park Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in South Shields based on our authoritative ranking is Marine Park Primary School.

Pupils
191
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
4

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields

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The school ranked at number four in our South Shields league table is St Bede's Catholic Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
232
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Harton Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in South Shields based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Harton Primary School.

Pupils
684
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school

Top 5 best performing schools in South Shields and their catchment areas in South Shields ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Biddick Hall Junior School
  • Forest View Primary
  • Marine Park Primary School
  • St Bede's Catholic Primary School
  • Harton Primary School

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