Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate
55%
Capacity
66
Pupils
11.0x
Demand
About Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate
Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 66 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate "Good", the school is led by headteacher Heather Jarvis, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13303rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 162nd out of 170 in County Durham.
Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 1 places, making it 11.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 50% recommending the school (12 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate include Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Art Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | St Ives Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 7SN |
| Headteacher | Heather Jarvis |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 66 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.4% |
| School Capacity | 66 / 120 (55% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13303rd of 13,686
Nationally
662nd of 677
In North East
162nd of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
29%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed1
11
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (9% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady and St Joseph Brooms Catholic Primary School, Leadgate
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Contact Information
St Ives Road, Consett
County Durham, DH8 7SN
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