St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
78%
Capacity
164
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 164 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Catherine's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Hoey, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7085th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 16 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Catherine's Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, St Catherine's Catholic Primary School 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 | Greystoke Gardens, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1PS |
| Headteacher | Lisa Hoey |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 164 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.2% |
| School Capacity | 164 / 210 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7085th of 13,686
Nationally
376th of 677
In North East
28th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Greystoke Gardens, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1PS
Greystoke Gardens, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1PS
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