St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook
89%
Capacity
186
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 186 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Woods, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 777th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 61 in Gateshead.
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (64 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 St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook include Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook 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 | Rosedale Road, Ryton, Gateshead, NE40 4UN |
| Headteacher | Joanne Woods |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.8% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jun 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
777th of 13,686
Nationally
34th of 677
In North East
4th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
35%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
85%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
64 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Agnes' Catholic Primary School, Crawcrook
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Contact Information
Rosedale Road, Ryton
Gateshead, NE40 4UN
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