William Cassidi Church of England Aided Primary School
Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 1JD · Stockton-on-Tees · primary school
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50th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.8/10 against 2,634 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 5 | 35% | 0.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
William Cassidi Church of England Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in February 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 179 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 the daily timetable look like for a Year 6 student? How does the school manage the current over-capacity situation for new starters?
What Ofsted said about William Cassidi Church of England Aided Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are safe, behave well, and achieve at national averages by the end of Key Stage 2. However, inconsistencies in teaching quality, particularly in the early years and for pupils with special educational needs, mean that some children leave early years with gaps in knowledge that persist.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Attendance is "in line with national levels," supported by an "effective attendance strategy" involving parents.
- Pupils behave in a "calm and sensible manner," showing "respect and kindness" and feeling safe from bullying.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning about "fundamental British values" and developing a "clear understanding about healthy relationships."
- Disadvantaged pupils have "outperformed their disadvantaged peers nationally" over time.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers check pupils’ understanding with "greater rigour" to address misconceptions and adapt teaching for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Early years provision requires improvement, specifically to ensure children receive "frequent high-quality interactions" and secure accurate letter formation before Year 1.
- Leaders and governors must implement actions to improve provision in a "timely manner," as previous efforts have not yet delivered the desired outcomes.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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