St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 0FB · Stockton-on-Tees · primary school
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49th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 2.5/10 against 233 of them, against 1.4/10 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 | 24.0 · 2 | 40% | 0.06 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 24.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 4.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 309 pupils against a stated capacity of 300. 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 working towards the expected standard in literacy? What specific strategies are in place to help children reach the higher standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
St John the Baptist is described as a “very happy, nurturing and fully inclusive school” where pupils enjoy attending and feel safe. The report confirms that the school is “back on track” following a turbulent period, with leaders demonstrating a clear vision and strong pastoral care.
Strengths
- Pupils are “confident that bullying is not tolerated” and know how to keep themselves safe, including online.
- Phonics teaching is consistent, with effective interventions ensuring pupils who fall behind are supported to catch up.
- Early years children settle quickly into routines and benefit from a “well-resourced outdoor area.”
- Staff adapt the curriculum effectively to meet individual needs, including for pupils in the enhanced mainstream schools provision.
- Attendance is improving towards pre-pandemic levels due to targeted strategies and incentives.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum documents are “not sufficiently clear,” causing confusion; leaders must ensure a “single, coordinated, systematic and aligned approach” across all year groups.
- Some children do not achieve as highly as they should by the end of early years, leaving them less ready for Year 1.
- Pupils struggle to explain fundamental British values and protected characteristics with confidence; leaders must ensure pupils’ knowledge is further developed.
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 | 31% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 24% |
| 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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