St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields

About St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields

St. Cuthbert's is a one form entry Catholic primary school in the heart of North Shields. We have been here for over one hundred years and we have had a presence in the North Shields community since the 1850s. We are part of a very strong and welcoming community and we are open to all children and families regardless of faith.

Photos of St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields 2

Gallery Click to enlarge

Gallery Click to enlarge

Click any photo to view in full size. Use arrow keys to navigate.

Key Facts

Founded 1850

Head/Principal Mr Shaun Dillon

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 80 responses • 35.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

98.8% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

95.1% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

86.2% positive 7.5% negative

My child does well at this school

91.3% positive 2.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 80 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

10.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

75.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

S

Sophie W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School Experience"

Our experience at St Cuthbert's has been amazing. The staff are so supportive and caring, and the facilities are excellent. We love the values they instill in the children and the opportunities they provide for them to grow and learn.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

Helpful

R

Rachel T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 1, 2021

4.0

"Good but Room for Improvement"

We've been happy with our child's progress at St Cuthbert's, but the communication between teachers and parents could be better. The school's programs are good, but sometimes feel a bit disjointed. Overall, it's a decent school, but not excellent.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

Helpful

E

Emily G Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2020

5.0

"Outstanding School"

We had a wonderful time at St Cuthbert's and our children received an excellent education. The school's commitment to Catholic values and community service is inspiring. We're so grateful for the experience and would highly recommend the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

Helpful