St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell

A good academy converter school in Gateshead. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell.

Gateshead, NE95TU Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
64.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 76.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
95.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 27.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
11 February 2020
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Dryden Road
Low Fell
Gateshead, NE95TU
Phone
1914878233
Website
stpeterslowfell.bwcet.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148908
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Dryden Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 5TU
Website
stpeterslowfell.bwcet.com
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
210 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
213
Free School Meals
5.6% (12 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.9% (4 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
96.9%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
6.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
76.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
27.0%
Reading Score:
109.0
Maths Score:
110.0
Grammar Score:
112.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher):
27.0 (+19.7 vs average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
76.0 (+17.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
6.5 (11.0 below average)
Maths Score:
110.0 (+5.9 vs average)
Low Absence Rate:
3.1 (3.5 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 110.0 109.0
2023 107.0 110.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
14 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
27
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
213 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.0 per year)

Up 1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Jesus is our role model."

Develop spirituality Act with justice, respect and dignity Foster a sense of vocation Promote educational excellence Form high aspirations Celebrate community Support exceptional leadership

St Peter's Catholic Primary School emphasises Catholic beliefs with Jesus as the role model. The ethos includes love, respect and acceptance of others in a spirit of mutual understanding. It fosters a sense of vocation and aims for educational excellence. The mission statement is that as children of God, we are loved, we are called and we are inspired. British Values are promoted, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs.

Head Teacher's Message

A welcome message from the headteacher describing a happy, friendly and supportive environment where Gospel values are in the centre, a broad and balanced curriculum, high expectations of behaviour, and strong partnership with parents to help children reach their full potential.

Curriculum Highlights

Read Write Inc Phonics Scheme in KS1 Accelerated Reader Programme in KS2

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

PAN 30. The school serves the parish of St Peter’s, Gateshead. Applications are online via Gateshead Council. Visits to school are welcome; in-year transfers information available. Open sessions for September 2026 admissions are listed. The online admissions system opens in September 2025 with a closing date of 15 January 2026 and outcomes notified by 16 April 2026.

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