St William's Catholic Primary School
Trimdon Station, TS29 6HY · County Durham · primary school
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105th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,013 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3/10 among them, against 3.9/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St William's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 125 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 national median in literacy and numeracy? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in attainment compared to similar schools?
What Ofsted said about St William's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St William’s Catholic Primary School is described as a small, close-knit community where pupils are “happy and safe” and feel valued. The report highlights a strong culture of respect and spirituality, with pupils achieving well in core subjects and displaying high aspirations. While the school is praised for its effective leadership and inclusive approach, there are specific areas regarding curriculum sequencing and teaching consistency that require further development.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve outcomes in reading, writing, and mathematics that are “consistently above national average.”
- Staff are “well trained in how to teach pupils to read,” successfully nurturing a “widespread love of reading.”
- The school provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they access the “same ambitious curriculum as their peers.”
- Behaviour is a strength, with pupils treating each other kindly and bullying being “not a problem.”
- Governors are “closely involved in the life of the school” and are “well equipped to support and challenge school leaders.”
Areas to improve
- The school must continue to develop the curriculum in foundation subjects so pupils can “make links between prior and new learning,” particularly where mixed-age classes cause sequencing issues.
- The school should ensure ongoing professional development helps teachers deliver the curriculum “consistently well,” addressing instances where explanations are unclear or understanding is not routinely checked.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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