Kader Academy, Middlesbrough
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 months agoReport card - no overall grade (new Ofsted framework from Sep 2024)
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Kader Academy excels at helping all children succeed, especially those who start behind their peers or speak English as an additional language. Teachers tailor their teaching to individual needs and catch gaps immediately, so pupils progress confidently. The school creates a warm, welcoming environment where every child feels supported and valued, with excellent attendance and behaviour reflecting pupils' happiness and sense of belonging.
Key Strengths
- Pupils achieve significantly above national averages, especially disadvantaged pupils and those learning English as an additional language
- Attendance is above national averages with persistent absence well below national levels
- Teaching is well-matched to individual needs with clear explanations and immediate support for gaps in knowledge
- Strong inclusive approach with effective systems to support pupils with SEND and barriers to learning
- Inspiring personal development curriculum with focus on emotional wellbeing and respect for diversity
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met with an open and positive culture where leaders fulfil their responsibilities and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Cricket club, chess club, Middlesbrough Mela (cultural celebration), links with local football club, eco-shop, wooded area activities, school council, charity work with local hospice, museum visits
Kader Academy is a diverse, welcoming school where pupils achieve very well despite many arriving with below-average starting points in language and communication. The school has established strong safeguarding, excellent attendance, positive behaviour, and ambitious teaching that meets individual pupil needs.
At a Glance
18.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has improved from 85% to 95%. Maths has declined from 87% to 83%. Writing has declined from 85% to 78%.
Class Sizes
26.8
Avg class size
26.6
Infant (KS1)
29.6
KS2
13
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
110%
Over capacity
460 pupils
420 capacity
40 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Middlesbrough
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Middlesbrough
Admissions Demand - Middlesbrough
Places available
2,072
Applications
1,698
Got 1st preference
97.1%
Got preferred school
99.4%
Primary admissions across Middlesbrough (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
The school's pupil mix - ethnicity breakdown, free school meals eligibility, and English as an additional language. Useful context when evaluating school fit.
Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.60847%
Overall absence
7.79944%
Persistent absence
359
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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