Saint Paulinus Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Saint Paulinus Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Saint Paulinus Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Redcar and Cleveland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Saint Paulinus Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna McClurey, it falls under Redcar and Cleveland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8988th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 41 in Redcar and Cleveland.
Saint Paulinus Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 30 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
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 Saint Paulinus Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy include Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Redcar and Cleveland, Saint Paulinus Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | The Avenue, Guisborough, Redcar and Cleveland, TS14 8DN |
| Headteacher | Anna McClurey |
| Local Authority | Redcar and Cleveland |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.3% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
8988th of 13,686
Nationally
468th of 677
In North East
30th of 41
In Redcar and Cleveland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
56%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
40
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Paulinus Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
The Avenue, Guisborough
Redcar and Cleveland, TS14 8DN
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