St Alphonsus' Catholic Primary School
Middlesbrough, TS3 6PX · Middlesbrough · primary school
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28th of 40 primary schools in Middlesbrough we can score, 41 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 — 4.2/10 against 2,365 of them, against 3.7/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| 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 Alphonsus' Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% 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 July 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 233 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about St Alphonsus' Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Alphonsus’ Catholic Primary School is described as a “very inclusive school” where pupils are “exceptionally polite, kind and caring.” The report highlights “exemplary” behaviour and “impeccable manners,” noting that pupils feel safe and have “warm relationships” with adults. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, the school excels in behaviour and personal development, fostering a strong sense of community and Catholic ethos.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour, with “high levels of respect” between pupils and adults.
- Reading instruction is effective; pupils “quickly learn to read” and become “fluent and confident readers.”
- The school manages high pupil mobility well, ensuring support for those who may not stay long.
- Pupils develop high levels of independence and engage in leadership roles, such as ‘Mini Vinnies’.
- Staff adapt lessons effectively so that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities “achieve well.”
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure all gaps in learning are identified, as teachers have not always checked what older pupils already know, hindering deeper understanding.
- The early years curriculum needs to be broken down into “small, precise steps” so children gain sufficient knowledge to meet end goals, as some currently do not meet all milestones.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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