St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields
North Shields, NE29 0BU · North Tyneside · primary school
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6th of 45 primary schools in North Tyneside we can score, 55 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 — 9.7/10 against 1,916 of them, against 9.0/10 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 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
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, North Shields overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 16.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Mini Vinnies, Campfire, and Comic Creators. Sports options include football, cycling, and rockstar maths. Arts activities feature musical theatre, singing, and creative graphics. The school offers Saturday family cycles and a residential trip to Hawkhirst, alongside an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 224 pupils against a stated capacity of 242. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the after-school club? How does the residential trip to Hawkhirst integrate with the curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields
Overview
St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The report describes the school as a "happy place filled with kindness" where pupils achieve well and display "exemplary" behaviour. It is a nurturing community where staff and pupils share a passion for stories and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "extraordinary kindness" and "exceptionally mature" empathy, supported by "compassion matters" lessons.
- The curriculum is "sequenced effectively," with a strong focus on reading and phonics where staff are described as "expert."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "included in all aspects of school life" with "thoughtful adaptations."
- Outdoor learning and enrichment opportunities, such as cycling and cooking, "enhance every part of the curriculum."
- Parents and carers praise the "consistently welcoming and nurturing environment" provided by the school.
Areas to improve
- The school should strengthen the mathematics curriculum so pupils have the skills to "apply learning in increasingly complex ways."
- Leaders must identify the "most important knowledge" in foundation subjects to better check pupil progress.
- Records must be improved to clearly reflect actions taken to safeguard pupils, ensuring clarity for families and agencies.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, though records do not consistently reflect the actions taken to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| 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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