St Paul's Catholic Primary School
116%
Capacity
228
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St Paul's Catholic Primary School
St Paul's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 196 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Paul's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sheena Sinclair, it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5740th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
St Paul's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 24 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St Paul's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (82 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 Paul's Catholic Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, St Paul'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 | Wolviston Mill Lane, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, TS22 5LU |
| Headteacher | Sheena Sinclair |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.5% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 196 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5740th of 13,686
Nationally
306th of 677
In North East
28th of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
82 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's Catholic Primary School
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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
Wolviston Mill Lane, Billingham
Stockton-on-Tees, TS22 5LU
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