St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick
Alnwick, NE66 2NU · Northumberland · primary school
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25th of 60 primary schools in Northumberland we can score, 127 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.2/10 against 3,615 of them, against 5.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 197 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical Tuesday afternoon look like for a Year 4 pupil? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick
Overview
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick continues to be a good school, with pupils exemplifying the school's 'RESPECT' values and a strong Christian ethos. The school has a clear focus on pupils' development, with a sharp focus on learning to read and a comprehensive curriculum in early years.
Strengths
- Pupils embody the school's 'RESPECT' values, including resilience, empathy, and positivity.
- Pupils are happy and confident, with positive attitudes to their learning.
- The school has a comprehensive curriculum tailored to the local area, making pupils' learning relevant and exciting.
- The support for pupils' pastoral care is highly effective, with pupils appreciating the support they receive.
- The school provides a wide and rich series of experiences for pupils, including visits from astronauts and opportunities for adventurous activities.
Areas to improve
- Some groups of pupils do not make sufficient progress in writing across key stage 2, particularly boys and disadvantaged pupils.
- The proportion of pupils who are persistently absent from school is too high, missing a great deal of their education and struggling to catch up with their peers.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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