St Paul's Catholic Primary School
Billingham, TS22 5LU · Stockton-on-Tees · primary school
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6th 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 2,551 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.7/10 among them, against 7.9/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 62% | 4.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 38% | 3.12 |
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 overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.7 out of 10 among them, against 7.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lingotots, Urban Chaos street dance, and sports including multi-sports, netball, and football. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 pupils against a stated capacity of 196. 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children joining Lingotots or the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils describe the school as a place where they are “safe and happy,” supported by staff who build “warm and supportive relationships.” The report highlights an “ambitious and engaging curriculum” that typically leads to strong pupil achievement, alongside “exceptional” personal development where children are encouraged to debate and take on leadership roles.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “broad and balanced,” with leaders having “carefully mapped the vocabulary, knowledge and skills” pupils should acquire.
- Staff are “passionate, knowledgeable and experts” in their subjects, using effective assessment to identify and address gaps in knowledge.
- Personal development is praised as “exceptional,” with pupils engaging in focus groups to shape topics like body image and artificial intelligence.
- Pupils develop a strong sense of responsibility through roles such as “well-being champions” and “play leaders.”
- The school provides “impressive careers education,” giving pupils a comprehensive understanding of local career pathways.
Areas to improve
- Writing tasks for pupils at early stages do not always “accurately match their needs or ability,” preventing some from getting the practice needed to become “fluent writers.”
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 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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