St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Catholic Academy

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Outstanding

Westbury Street, Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6NEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Catholic Academy is a primary school in Stockton-on-Tees for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 86 schools in Stockton-on-Tees. It ranks 5th of 40 primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2023.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 13 March 2023, report published 2 May 2023

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Early years provision
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 13 March 2023

Leaders fulfil their ambition to develop pupils as 'caring young people, sensitive to the needs of others and proud of the responsibilities they take'. The rich curriculum develops pupils both socially and academically. Pupils enjoy learning and are appreciative of the high-quality teaching. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. From the early years, pupils learn a strong moral code and take responsibility for their actions. Pupils are kind and considerate to one another. They feel safe and happy in school. Bullying is rare. Relationships between staff, pupils and parents are very positive. Pupils know that adults listen to their concerns and will help them. Leaders provide a wealth of enrichment activities. There are many after-school clubs, such as 'Rock Steady', a music club, and 'Maths in Motion', linked to Formula 1 racing. Pupils love the overseas visits to Italy and Holland, where they actively learn about life in a different culture. Pupils learn to serve their school and local community through their many leadership roles. The eco-warriors encourage others to care for the environment. Class chaplains lead aspects of worship. 'Mini Vinnies' organise charitable fundraising events throughout the year. Pupils flourish in this inspirational school.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

54 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths72%

72%, 10 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths9%

9%, 1 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score107

107, 1 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score107

107, 2 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score107

107, 2 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

404 pupils on roll, with places for 280

Eligible for free school meals29%

29%, 2.5 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language11.4%

11.4%, 10.2 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support12.4%

12.4%, 2.4 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.7%

3.7%, 2.3 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Catholic Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Mandale Mill Primary School0.1 milesOfsted: GoodNot published
Harewood Primary School0.2 milesOfsted: Good67% met the expected standard
Village Primary School0.5 milesOfsted: Good60% met the expected standard
Thornaby Church of England Primary School0.8 milesOfsted: Good49% met the expected standard
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Stockton0.8 milesOfsted: Good53% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
NICHOLAS POSTGATE CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mark Ryan
Address
Westbury Street, Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6NE
Local authority
Stockton-on-Tees
URN
142282

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.