St Gerard's RC Primary School
81%
Capacity
171
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Gerard's RC Primary School
St Gerard's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Middlesbrough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 171 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Gerard's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Coe, it falls under Middlesbrough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13092nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 37 in Middlesbrough.
St Gerard's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 16 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 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 St Gerard's RC Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Middlesbrough, St Gerard's RC 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 | Avalon Court, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS8 9HU |
| Headteacher | Joanne Coe |
| Local Authority | Middlesbrough |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.2% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 210 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13092nd of 13,686
Nationally
655th of 677
In North East
35th of 37
In Middlesbrough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
33%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
23
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
15 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.
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Contact Information
Avalon Court, Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough, TS8 9HU
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