St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
PUPILS
179
AGES
4 - 11
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Academy converter
SCHOOL GUIDE RATING
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How Does The School Perform?

Ofsted
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(08/04/2025)
Full Report - All Reports
62%
NATIONAL AVG. 61%
% pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics



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Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 8% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 11% of schools in England) Average (About 59% of schools in England) Above Average (About 11% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England)


Progress scores in reading, writing and maths could not be calculated in 2024 due to lack of baseline data during Covid 19. We show historic scores from the 2023 academic year as a guide

Central Avenue
Newton Aycliffe
DL5 5NP
01325300339

School Description

Pupils feel safe and happy in this calm, kind and friendly school. Pupils appreciate the strong positive relationships they have with the staff in school. They know that teachers will help when they get stuck. Pupils know who to talk to if they have any worries or concerns. They know staff will deal with any issues well. Pupils feel listened to and supported. The school has created a culture in which pupils grow to develop their character and be part of the school community. Pupils enjoy coming to school. They appreciate their time together and understand the importance of the school’s routines. They are supported well when they struggle. Pupils are respectful to all and have positive attitudes towards their learning. They know they will be recognised for doing the right thing, even if they do so quietly. The school provides pupils with opportunities to develop their leadership skills. Pupils with additional responsibilities, such as school councillors, house captains or working in the eco team, are passionate about their roles. They help the leaders in school to move things forward. For example, they recently formed a new house, as well as helping with community events in the parish church.

St Mary's Catholic Primary School Parent Reviews



unlock % Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>61, "agree"=>37, "disagree"=>2, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>59, "agree"=>39, "disagree"=>2, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>39, "agree"=>49, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>59, "strongly_agree"=>10, "agree"=>17, "disagree"=>12, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>2} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>32, "agree"=>41, "disagree"=>22, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>29, "strongly_agree"=>32, "agree"=>27, "disagree"=>10, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>2} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>69, "agree"=>23, "disagree"=>8, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 13 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>56, "agree"=>32, "disagree"=>5, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>7} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>59, "agree"=>34, "disagree"=>2, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>5} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>44, "agree"=>51, "disagree"=>5, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>46, "agree"=>39, "disagree"=>7, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>7} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>56, "agree"=>34, "disagree"=>10, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>54, "agree"=>29, "disagree"=>7, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>10} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025
Yes No {"yes"=>80, "no"=>20} UNLOCK Figures based on 41 responses up to 09-04-2025

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This school is an academy and does not conform to the general school admission criteria set down by the Local Education Authority.