SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields
114%
Capacity
239
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields
SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the South Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria Butt, it falls under South Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10191st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 37 in South Tyneside.
SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields 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 | Olive Street, South Shields, South Tyneside, NE33 4RH |
| Headteacher | Maria Butt |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.3% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 210 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10191st of 13,686
Nationally
532nd of 677
In North East
31st of 37
In South Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
52%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields
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Contact Information
Olive Street, South Shields
South Tyneside, NE33 4RH
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