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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
Westway, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 1DE, County Durham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
78.7 / 100
Top 21%
Better than 79% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
218
Capacity
315
Ages
2–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
69%
Faith
Roman Catholic
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates solid academic performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 74% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 25% of schools nationally. The school also boasts a high LocaleIQ score, indicating a strong community standing, although only 9% of students achieve the higher standard in KS2. Overall, it's a promising choice for parents seeking a nurturing and effective learning environment.
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Last inspected: 25 April 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 74% | Top 25% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 9% | Top 41% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British84.4%
Black African6.4%
White Other3.7%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Asian Other1.4%
Asian Indian1.4%
Mixed Other0.5%
White Irish0.5%
traveller_irish0.5%
Location
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54.75762, -1.34334 · SR8 1DE
School details
Local authorityCounty Durham
RegionNorth East
URN147108
School typeAcademy converter
Websiteourladyrosary.org.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 25 April 2023.
Is Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School a good school?
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School scores 78.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 21% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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