St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley Moor
DURHAM, DH7 8JJ · County Durham · primary school
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124th of 188 primary schools in County Durham we can score, 208 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 3,510 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1/10 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 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley Moor 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%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Mini Vinnies club and a wide range of sports, including dance, gymnastics, hockey, swimming, football, athletics, and Zumba.
Getting in
The published school roll is 66 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 standard to the higher standard? What specific support is available for pupils who are not yet meeting expectations in maths? How does the school balance its sports programme with other academic activities?
What Ofsted said about St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley Moor
Overview
Pupils at St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School “thrive” within a “nurturing and supportive atmosphere” where they are “happy and valued as individuals.” The inspection highlights “excellent” behaviour, with pupils showing respect and focusing well during lessons, while staff maintain “high expectations” for achievement. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust and has not been previously inspected under the current framework.
Strengths
- Early years provision is “Outstanding,” with children developing “strong foundations in number and phonics” and becoming “confident, resilient individuals.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “achieve exceptionally well” due to “clear, well-understood processes” for identifying and meeting their needs.
- Behaviour is of an “exemplary standard,” with bullying being “very rare” and staff taking “intelligent and effective action” to support those struggling.
- Attendance has improved significantly, with the proportion of persistently absent pupils decreasing, ensuring “very few pupils miss out on important learning.”
- Leaders demonstrate a “relentless focus on the best interests of pupils,” supporting staff well-being and reducing workload effectively.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies that “a small number of aspects of the curriculum, including more opportunities for fieldwork, could be improved to further enhance the quality of education.”
- Leaders should implement planned refinements to ensure these changes “impact positively on pupils' work and outcomes,” as pupils currently “do not achieve as highly as they could in these aspects.”
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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 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
—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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