St Cuthbert's High School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 7PX · Newcastle upon Tyne · secondary school
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5th of 13 secondary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne we can score, 17 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 — 8.1/10 against 437 of them, against 5.8/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 51.6 · 66 | 30% | 1.99 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.0 · 50 | 25% | 1.26 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 46.9 · 55 | 10% | 0.55 |
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 High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 49.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.0 in 2023/24, meaning pupils performed as well as those nationally starting from the same point. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the John Paul II Award, Fortis Dux, Duke of Edinburgh, and Community Partnerships.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,224 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,207. 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 support is available for pupils aiming to raise their Progress 8 score? How are the named clubs integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about St Cuthbert's High School
Overview
The report states that the school has improved significantly since the last inspection, with leaders having "transformed the school" to create a better environment for pupils. It highlights a "relentless focus on improving the curriculum" and a culture where pupils are happy, feel safe, and show commitment to their learning. The inspection confirms that the school is now a "better place for pupils" with high expectations for achievement and behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a vision of ‘forming great men’ and enjoy "thoughtful opportunities to develop their character."
- The curriculum is "well-designed and sequenced" in key stage 3, with staff clearly mapping out important knowledge and subject vocabulary.
- Behaviour has improved significantly, with pupils showing respect and a culture where bullying and discrimination are not tolerated.
- Teachers have "strong subject knowledge" and use "skilful questioning" to probe pupils’ understanding.
- The school swiftly identifies pupils struggling with reading, providing focused intervention that helps them "rapidly catch up with their peers."
Areas to improve
- Recent work to improve the curriculum is "not securely embedded across all key stages," meaning some pupils, including those with SEND, do not achieve as well as they could.
- Assessment is "not consistent across the school," which limits the school’s understanding of how curriculum elements impact learning.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.9 |
| 2024/25 | 49.0 |
| 2025/26 | 46.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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