St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Kenton
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 3QR · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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32nd of 63 primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne we can score, 72 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 — 7.1/10 against 2,074 of them, against 5.9/10 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 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Kenton 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%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 225 pupils against a stated capacity of 229. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Kenton
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work “may have improved significantly across all areas” since the previous inspection, prompting a future graded inspection. Pupils “thrive in an environment that is caring, supportive and highly inclusive,” demonstrating exceptional behaviour and a strong passion for learning. The report highlights a curriculum that effectively prepares all pupils, including those with special educational needs, for secondary education.
Strengths
- Pupils “behave exceptionally well,” showing “great consideration towards one another” and adhering to high expectations without reminders.
- The teaching of reading is “highly effective,” with pupils expressing a “passion for reading and a love of books” and attaining highly in national assessments.
- The curriculum provides a “breadth of learning,” helping pupils grasp “increasingly complex ideas” in subjects like science and geography.
- The programme for personal development is a “significant strength,” ensuring pupils have a secure understanding of topics such as online safety and healthy relationships.
- Staff workload is “very well managed,” and staff are “extremely positive about working at the school” and feel valued.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 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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