Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy
90%
Capacity
190
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy
Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Northumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Chapman, it falls under Northumberland 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 3374th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 58 in Northumberland.
Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 24 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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 Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary Academy include Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Art Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Northumberland, Ss Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Northumbrian Road, Bishop Bewick Cet, Northumbrian Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 6DB |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Chapman |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.9% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3374th of 13,686
Nationally
189th of 677
In North East
11th of 58
In Northumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
35
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% 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's Catholic Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Northumbrian Road, Bishop Bewick Cet, Northumbrian Road, Cramlington
Northumberland, NE23 6DB
Northumbrian Road, Bishop Bewick Cet, Northumbrian Road, Cramlington
Northumberland, NE23 6DB
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