St Gregory's Catholic Academy
89%
Capacity
232
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Gregory's Catholic Academy
St Gregory's Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 232 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Gregory's Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Best/Lesley Box, it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11122nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
St Gregory's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
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 Gregory's Catholic Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Tennis, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, St Gregory's Catholic 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Ragpath Lane, Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 9AD |
| Headteacher | Marie Best/Lesley Box |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.6% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 262 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11122nd of 13,686
Nationally
564th of 677
In North East
46th of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
48%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Gregory's Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Ragpath Lane, Stockton-on-Tees
Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 9AD
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