St Francis of Assisi Church of England Primary School
Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 5GA · Stockton-on-Tees · primary school
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37th of 54 primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees we can score, 60 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 3,204 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 3.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| 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 Francis of Assisi Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% 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 December 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 462 pupils against a stated capacity of 478. 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 to progress from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to address the gap between the school’s performance and the national median for higher standards? How does the after-school club integrate with the wider curriculum or pastoral care?
What Ofsted said about St Francis of Assisi Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as happy and keen to learn, demonstrating “exceptional attitudes” and high levels of respect for one another. The school provides a carefully designed curriculum where learning builds on previous knowledge, supported by effective staff who have high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils display “exceptional attitudes” in the classroom and around the school, with learning rarely disrupted.
- The curriculum is “carefully designed,” ensuring pupils can remember previous learning and demonstrate subject knowledge confidently.
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities quickly and provide consistent, appropriate support.
- Reading is taught effectively through a bespoke phonics programme, with staff quickly identifying and supporting those who fall behind.
- Pupils develop a clear understanding of diversity and are well prepared for life in modern Britain through a considered personal, social and health education curriculum.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure they “precisely assess when pupils are ready to move on from a task” to guarantee consistent delivery of the intended curriculum.
- In the early years, staff should ensure tasks have clear rationale and link directly to “meaningful learning” as set out in school planning.
- In mathematics, more opportunities are needed for pupils to explore reasoning and problem-solving skills.
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 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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