Primary
Ofsted Good
About St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Penrith
We are a small Catholic Primary School. We have four classes of mixed age pupils. The school has appropriately resourced classrooms; A spacious hall for drama and PE lessons; KS1 Library; KS2 Library; Maths Room; Outdoor Trim Trail Early Years Outdoor Education Area; Fully functioning Allotment and Vegetable Plots, wildflower garden and sensory plant area; Extensive Playing fields.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Miss R. Davies
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.7
Teaching Quality
4.3
Communication
4.3
Student Wellbeing
4.7
Facilities
4.3
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
4.9
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
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Reviews 4
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Sarah G
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"Excellent Education and Great Facilities"
We chose St Catherine's for its high standards of education and its Catholic values. The school has exceeded our expectations in both areas. The classrooms are well-equipped, the libraries are great and the outdoor spaces are a joy for the kids to explore.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
4/5
H
Hannah B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 1, 2022
4.0
"Satisfactory Experience"
We have been at St Catherine's for a few years now and while it's been a decent experience, we feel that the school could do more to engage with parents and communicate with them more regularly. The facilities are good and the teachers are generally supportive, but we do feel that the school could be more proactive in terms of extracurricular activities.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
E
Emily P
Unconfirmed
Parent
Mar 15, 2022
5.0
"Wonderful School and Friendly Staff"
We have been at St Catherine's for a few years now and we are so happy with the school. The facilities are great, the staff are friendly and the values of kindness, respect and resilience are clearly embedded in the school's culture. The Wednesday superstars initiative is a lovely touch and makes the kids feel special.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
J
John T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Oct 15, 2020
4.0
"Happy Memories of St Catherine's"
My child attended St Catherine's a few years ago and we have many fond memories of their time there. The teachers were supportive, the curriculum was engaging and the facilities were always well-maintained. The school's emphasis on kindness and respect was particularly impressive.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
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