Schools may only just be returning across the UK, but the deadline for some families to pick their next step in education.
Parents and carers in South Tyneside are being reminded of the need to apply for places at primary, infant and junior schools for September 2024 by 4:30pm on Monday, January 15, or face potential disappointment.
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With that in mind, these are the top schools in South Tyneside according to Ofsted reports.
5. Mortimer Primary School
Mortimer Primary School on Mortimer Road in South Shields has an outstanding rating from their last inspection in January 2013. Photo: Google
6. Valley View Primary School
Valley View Primary School in Jarrow was rated outstanding in its most recent inspection in July 2014. Photo: Google
7. Marine Park Primary School
Marine Park Primary School in South Shields has am outstanding rating following a November 2023 inspection. | Google maps