Our Lady and St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE4 6EB · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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42nd of 63 primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne we can score, 72 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.3/10 against 692 of them, against 5.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady and St Anne's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 226 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
Since the 2023 inspection is now two years old, what specific improvements have been made to teaching since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady and St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Overview
Our Lady and St Anne’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, providing an “oasis of calm” where pupils feel safe and valued. The inspection confirms that leaders are developing an ambitious curriculum with strong foundations in reading and mathematics, supported by high expectations for behaviour and learning.
Strengths
- The school fosters a welcoming ethos underpinned by “respect, tolerance, patience and kindness,” with “incredibly strong” relationships with families.
- Reading is effectively prioritised, with staff trained in phonics and initiatives like the ‘book bag’ ensuring books match pupils’ learning.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported effectively to access learning alongside classmates using adapted resources.
- Behaviour is good, with bullying described as “very rare” and pupils feeling confident that issues would be addressed swiftly.
- The curriculum promotes wider development effectively, recognised by the ‘School of Sanctuary’ award for its inclusive culture.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should refine the assessment system in some subjects so that information gathered is “meaningful” and used to adapt teaching effectively.
- Inexperienced subject leaders require support to develop a secure understanding of curriculum priorities and expected standards.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff understand it is “everyone’s responsibility” and work closely with external agencies to address local risks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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