St Pius Xth Catholic Primary School, Consett
Consett, DH8 8AX · County Durham · primary school
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123rd 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.9/10 against 2,880 of them, against 3.9/10 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 62% | 0.92 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Pius Xth Catholic Primary School, Consett overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. A higher 13.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (3.9 out of 10 either way).
Getting in
The published school roll is 75 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
With 30 places currently available, how does the school manage class sizes for new intakes? Since the results are below the national median, what specific support is provided for pupils who are not meeting expected standards? How does the school engage parents in monitoring their child’s progress throughout the year?
What Ofsted said about St Pius Xth Catholic Primary School, Consett
Overview
This is a “small, and welcoming school” where pupils “enjoy a broad and ambitious curriculum” and are “nurtured and valued as individuals.” The inspection found that pupils “enjoy school, feel safe and behave well,” developing “strong, trusting relationships with staff” within a setting that vividly reflects its Catholic character.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “carefully sequenced from the early years,” helping children make a “positive start to school life” and develop early numeracy and literacy skills well.
- Staff provide “timely extra support” for phonics, ensuring pupils “keep up with the phonics programme” and enjoy reading.
- The school “identifies and supports the needs of pupils with SEND well,” making appropriate adaptations to help them access the curriculum.
- Pupils develop leadership skills through roles such as ‘Reading Angels’ and ‘Eco Warrior’, while eagerly participating in charity fundraising activities.
- Trust leaders provide “effective challenge and support,” and staff benefit from training opportunities while being considered for their “welfare and workload.”
Areas to improve
- The use of assessment is “not sufficiently precise” at times, meaning teaching is not “consistently matched to some pupils’ needs.”
- The school should “intensify their actions to improve the implementation of the curriculum” to ensure assessment informs learning so all pupils achieve their best.
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 38% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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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