St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Harlow Green
Gateshead, NE9 7HX · Gateshead · primary school
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15th of 62 primary schools in Gateshead we can score, 66 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 — 9.0/10 against 2,483 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Harlow Green overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance, Arts and Crafts, Gardening, Science, Choir, and Mini Vinnies clubs. Sports include Multi-Skills, Tennis, Basketball, and Football. Trips have included a cinema visit and Moor House. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 162 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
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Harlow Green
Overview
St Anne’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, where leaders have high aspirations for all pupils. The school fosters a ‘close-knit family feel’ with warm, caring relationships between staff and pupils, who are enthusiastic about their learning and friendships.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘broad and well-planned’, closely linked to the local area to help pupils reach their potential.
- Pupils make a ‘prompt start in learning to read’ in early years and maintain an enjoyment of reading throughout the school.
- Teachers possess ‘strong subject knowledge’ in mathematics and geography, using activities well matched to the curriculum.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) benefit from ‘clear plans’ and careful support to ensure progress.
- Staff enjoy working at the school, and leaders think carefully about team workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must develop and deepen pupils’ knowledge and understanding of the faiths and cultures found in modern Britain, as current awareness is limited.
- Leaders must continue to work with families of pupils with SEND to further improve their attendance, as some do not attend regularly enough to benefit from support.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a ‘robust approach to keeping pupils safe’ and rigorous checks on adults working with children.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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