St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
103%
Capacity
242
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sunderland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Ward, it falls under Sunderland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4117th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 73 in Sunderland.
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (27 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sunderland, St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland 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 | Grindon Lane, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR4 8HP |
| Headteacher | Jane Ward |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.5% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 236 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4117th of 13,686
Nationally
221st of 677
In North East
26th of 73
In Sunderland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
27 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
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Contact Information
Grindon Lane, Sunderland
Sunderland, SR4 8HP
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