"I'd like to thank pupils and staff for their hard work and dedication, as well as parents - the support they give to their children is vital in helping them fulfil their potential. We have come a long way in recent years, and have consolidated on this.
We remain determined to improve further. Levels of attainment at Key Stage 2 nationally are at their highest level ever, and the performance of pupils in South Tyneside is in line with this. The strong results in English are particularly encouraging."