St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Walker
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE6 4HQ · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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61st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.6/10 against 1,916 of them, against 0.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 37.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.24 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Walker overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 297. 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 who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in higher standard results?
What Ofsted said about St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Walker
Overview
St Alban’s Catholic Primary School is judged to be a good school, described as a “safe and happy place” where pupils “relish coming to school.” Leaders have established an “ambitious and effective curriculum” that is “highly inclusive,” ensuring high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy “warm and respectful relationships” with staff and peers, thriving in a “calm and nurturing environment.”
- Teachers provide “clear explanations” and break learning into “manageable chunks,” helping pupils rapidly grow in confidence.
- Early reading is a priority, with “well-trained staff” delivering phonics lessons with “enthusiasm and precision,” leading to fluent readers.
- The curriculum is enriched by activities such as visiting arts centres and local landmarks, enhancing subjects like design and technology.
- Staff feel “valued and listened to,” and governors actively support staff workload, fostering a positive school culture.
Areas to improve
- The school must intensify actions to improve its approach to developing pupils’ writing, as achievement in this area lags behind reading and mathematics.
- Leaders should improve the implementation of the early years curriculum to ensure children receive consistent, meaningful learning opportunities and are ready for key stage 1.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 37% |
| 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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