Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
Houghton le Spring, DH4 7JZ · Sunderland · primary school
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42nd of 73 primary schools in Sunderland we can score, 81 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 the 4,292 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4/10 among them, against 5.2/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 38% | 1.72 |
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 Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4 out of 10 among them, against 5.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the CAFOD Club and Mini Vinnies, and visit Parliament and the Derwent Hill Outdoor Education Centre.
Getting in
The published school roll is 291 pupils against a stated capacity of 353. 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
How does the school support pupils to reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who fall below the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
Overview
Attending Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School is described as a "happy experience" where pupils are "eager to learn" and feel "welcome and valued." The report highlights that the school has "grown stronger" following previous leadership changes, delivering a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that prepares pupils for success.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "respect and politeness," resulting in a "calm, focused setting" where bullying is "rare."
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with pupils "progressing well" and mastering "increasingly complex knowledge and skills."
- Staff identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "quickly and accurately," ensuring they "learn alongside their peers."
- Reading is a "high priority," with a "culture of reading for pleasure" and a phonics programme that is "taught consistently well."
- Staff feel "valued and respected," benefiting from effective "workload and well-being support."
Areas to improve
- Ensure "consistent implementation of the school’s curriculum across all lessons" to maximise pupil engagement, as some teachers do not always check understanding or provide precise feedback.
- Ensure all areas of early years provision support effective learning, as some parts of the environment currently "lack rich and meaningful learning opportunities."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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