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St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston
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St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston
- Primary
- Gateshead NE8 2QU
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| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics teaching strengthened; consistent delivery supports reading success.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad, ambitious curriculum ensures pupil achievement.
Foundational Skills: Phonics teaching strengthened; consistent delivery supports reading success.
Success of the Curriculum: Broad, ambitious curriculum ensures pupil achievement.
Foundational Skills: Phonics program strengthened, effective start in early years
Success of the Curriculum: Broad, ambitious; positive impact but requires consistency
Areas Needing Improvement: Ongoing curriculum refinements needed for depth and consistency.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ongoing curriculum refinements needed for depth and consistency.
Areas Needing Improvement: Ongoing refinement needed for curriculum consistency
Performance in Maths & Reading: Consistent delivery aids reading; maths performance positive, pupils achieve well.
Support for Falling Behind: Tailored support for those falling behind ensures progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations result in positive behaviour, readiness for next stage.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Consistent delivery aids reading; maths performance positive, pupils achieve well.
Support for Falling Behind: Tailored support for those falling behind ensures progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations result in positive behaviour, readiness for next stage.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Positive impact from recent work; reading support organized
Support for Falling Behind: Clear understanding, staff trained to address needs
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusive approach ensures all, including SEND pupils, access full curriculum.
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusive approach ensures all, including SEND pupils, access full curriculum.
Support for SEND Pupils: Inclusive vision, curriculum adaptations ensure access
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding measures and positive culture.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective safeguarding measures and positive culture.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils learn safety including online; effective safeguarding
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Catholic ethos supports respect, equality, well-being
Parent Feedback: Parents involved in feedback, trust surveyed for inspection.
Parent Feedback: Parents involved in feedback, trust surveyed for inspection.
Extracurricular Activities: Various clubs and leadership opportunities available.
Extracurricular Activities: Various clubs and leadership opportunities available.
Teacher Engagement: Staff receive support and professional development.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching adjustments meet pupil needs, enhancing progress.
Teacher Engagement: Staff receive support and professional development.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching adjustments meet pupil needs, enhancing progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers model and check understanding, use adjustments
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About Us
St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 162 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 75% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 4-11 | 3-11 | 3-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20 | 18 | - |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 103 | - |
| Proficient Read | 106 | 107 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 103 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 75% | 61.42% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 6.28% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.4 | Average |
| Maths | 2.1 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston
Local authority ratio 18 : 1