St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Crook
Crook, DL15 9DN · County Durham · primary school
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99th of 188 primary schools in County Durham we can score, 208 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 — 5.0/10 against 1,921 of them, against 4.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| 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 Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Crook overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join crafts, cookery, board games, and computer clubs, play football, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 117 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Crook
Overview
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. Pupils enjoy attending this welcoming school, where warm relationships with staff help them feel safe and supported. The school is ambitious for pupils’ achievement, delivering a well-sequenced curriculum that engages learners and supports their knowledge development.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "warm and caring relationships with staff" and typically achieve well across the curriculum.
- The school prioritises reading, with children well supported to apply phonics knowledge; targeted help helps those falling behind to "catch up".
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "well considered", with clear adaptations enabling them to access the curriculum.
- Behaviour is positive, with "low-level disruption" being rare and staff consistently applying the behaviour policy.
- Leaders provide effective support and challenge, and staff feel "valued and trusted" with consideration for their workload.
Areas to improve
- Staff must ensure assessment approaches in each subject provide sufficient information to identify and address gaps in pupils’ foundational knowledge before moving on.
- The school should further develop pupils’ contributions to wider school life and strengthen their understanding of "fundamental British values" and modern Britain.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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