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St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston
Front Street, Sacriston, Durham, County Durham, DH7 6AB, County Durham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
71.5 / 100
Top 29%
Better than 72% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
91
Capacity
112
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
81%
Faith
Roman Catholic
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in reading, writing, and maths, where 78% of pupils meet expected standards, placing it in the top 17% nationally. The school also enjoys a favorable LocaleIQ score, indicating it outperforms 72% of schools in the area. However, only 11% of students achieve the higher standard, suggesting potential for growth in challenging students to reach their full capabilities.
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Last inspected: 19 September 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
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%. | 78% | Top 17% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 11% | Top 31% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.2%
Asian Indian7.7%
Gypsy/Roma1.1%
Location
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54.82185, -1.62962 · DH7 6AB
School details
Local authorityCounty Durham
RegionNorth East
URN148204
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston rated by Ofsted?
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 September 2023.
Is St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston a good school?
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston scores 71.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 29% 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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