Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton
92%
Capacity
154
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the County Durham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 154 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 168 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Ashton, it falls under County Durham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3152nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 170 in County Durham.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 21 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in County Durham, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Shotton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Fleming Field, Durham, County Durham, DH6 2JQ |
| Headteacher | Lisa Ashton |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Number of Pupils | 154 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.1% |
| School Capacity | 154 / 168 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3152nd of 13,686
Nationally
167th of 677
In North East
41st of 170
In County Durham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
35
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fleming Field, Durham
County Durham, DH6 2JQ
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