St Edward's Catholic Primary School
Middlesbrough, TS5 6QS · Middlesbrough · primary school
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24th of 40 primary schools in Middlesbrough we can score, 41 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 the 4,256 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0/10 among 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 | 61.0 · 41 | 40% | 1.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Edward's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 61.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0 out of 10 among them, against 4.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 398 pupils against a stated capacity of 350. 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
Since the results for similar-intake schools show a lower score than the national average, what specific strategies are used to support reading progress? How does the school coordinate the transition between the breakfast and after-school clubs?
What Ofsted said about St Edward's Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes an inclusive Catholic primary school where pupils speak proudly of being part of the ‘St Edward’s family’. Inspectors found that staff hold very high expectations for behaviour, resulting in classrooms that are ‘purposeful and focused’ with ‘no lost learning time’. The school provides a strong start in early years and ensures all pupils, including those with special educational needs, have opportunities to thrive and develop as leaders.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate ‘exceptional’ behaviour and attitudes, explicitly taught to treat others with respect and tolerance.
- Reading is a particular strength, with a ‘sharp focus’ on phonics and daily activities using challenging texts to build analytical skills.
- The curriculum is ‘carefully considered’, with clear structures in subjects like physical education ensuring pupils know what skills they are developing.
- There is a ‘very large number of opportunities’ for pupils to become leaders, including roles such as lunchtime supervisors and school council members.
- Staff are well-supported by the trust, with initiatives to reduce workload and clear oversight from governors.
Areas to improve
- In some curriculum areas, pupils’ recall of knowledge is not as strong as in others; leaders must ensure the planned curriculum is implemented as intended with a focus on retrieval.
- Strategies are in place to address identified gaps in mathematics and writing outcomes, requiring continued support to help pupils achieve curriculum aims.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 61% |
| 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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