Ridgeway Primary Academy is a primary school based in South Shields under the South Tyneside local authority.

Ridgeway Primary Academy caters for mixed pupils from 3 to 11 years. With 461 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 472, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 22 September 2021, rated the school Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.