St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE6 5HN · Newcastle upon Tyne · primary school
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6th of 63 primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne we can score, 72 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.7/10 against 3,685 of them, against 7.2/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 25% | 2.09 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 15.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in February 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art, Lego, Chess, and Creative Writing clubs, or participate in football, futsal, netball, badminton, dodgeball, cross country, archery, and multi-sports. A choir is available for music. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are provided.
Getting in
The published school roll is 208 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils ‘Shine in Little Ways’ through an ‘ambitious curriculum’ and exceptional personal development. Leaders and staff are highly effective, creating a culture where pupils behave well, feel safe, and are fully included, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘extremely well designed’, ensuring pupils build ‘precise knowledge’ and use subject-specific vocabulary confidently from the early years.
- Staff use ‘skilful questioning’ and regular assessment to identify and address gaps in learning, adapting teaching to support every pupil.
- Pupils with SEND receive ‘superb’ support and access the same curriculum as their peers, with parents reporting satisfaction with the provision.
- There is a ‘love of reading’, with sharp assessment ensuring pupils read books matching their ability and older pupils becoming ‘free readers’.
- Personal development is ‘exemplary’, with pupils demonstrating tolerance, respect, and significant contribution to the local community through volunteering.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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
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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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