St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paula McArthur, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2460th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 61 in Gateshead.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (79 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 Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell include Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Cricket, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Dryden Road, St Peters Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Gateshead, Gateshead, NE9 5TU |
| Headteacher | Paula McArthur |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.8% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2460th of 13,686
Nationally
127th of 677
In North East
11th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
79 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 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 Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell
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Contact Information
Dryden Road, St Peters Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE9 5TU
Dryden Road, St Peters Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Gateshead
Gateshead, NE9 5TU
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