St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Stockton
Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 7PL · Stockton-on-Tees · primary school
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34th 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 3,480 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8/10 among them, against 4.6/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
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, Stockton overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8 out of 10 among them, against 4.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend trips to Hopetown and participate in Literacy for Sport. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 255 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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 bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the cohort? How does the breakfast club integrate with the morning curriculum?
What Ofsted said about St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Stockton
Overview
Leaders have created a “welcoming and safe environment” where pupils demonstrate “mutual kindness, genuine care and respect.” The school maintains “high expectations” for achievement, resulting in a “calm and orderly” culture where pupils “work hard in lessons and achieve well.”
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is described as “exceptional” and “exemplary,” with a positive culture focused on “catch them being good.”
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and “sequenced carefully,” particularly in early years, mathematics, and reading.
- Reading is prioritised with a consistent phonics programme; there is a “love of reading across the school” and staff make “regular checks on pupils’ progression.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same curriculum as peers, supported by effective adaptations and professional advice.
- Leaders ensure staff workload is manageable and prioritise staff well-being, while pupils benefit from diverse opportunities for personal development and community service.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, the curriculum is not routinely taught in a sequence that enables pupils to build deep knowledge; the school should work with teachers to improve this sequencing.
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 | 89% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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