St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland

About St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary school is a one form entry primary school situated in Grindon, Sunderland, one of 30 schools in the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust. Our school can accommodate 210 children (Rec- Y6) who are taught in single classes + a 26 place full time equivalent Nursery provision. We are situated centrally in the parish community of St. Jeanne Jugan, serving the church cluster of Immaculate Heart of Mary (Springwell), and Holy Rosary (Farringdon).

Key Facts

Students 210

Head/Principal Mrs J. Ward

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 27 responses • 11.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

92.6% positive 7.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

88.9% positive 7.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

81.5% positive 14.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

81.4% positive 11.1% negative

My child does well at this school

77.7% positive 11.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 27 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

11.0

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

77.0%

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

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Emily R

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A wonderful school community!"

My child has been thriving at St Cuthbert's for 2 years now, and I've been consistently impressed with the school's caring and supportive environment. The staff are always approachable and the facilities are fantastic, from the well-equipped ICT suite to the beautiful school field. My child loves attending the weekly Mass with Father Michael Humble.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel B

Parent Jan 20, 2022

4.0

"Generally happy, but some issues with communication"

My child is enjoying their time at St Cuthbert's, but I've had some difficulties with communication from the school. Sometimes it feels like information is shared too late, or not in a way that's clear or accessible. That being said, the school's facilities are great, and the staff are generally friendly and supportive. The extra-curricular activities are also a big plus, my child loves attending the after-school clubs.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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David K

Parent Jun 15, 2021

5.0

"Excellent education, outstanding values"

I have two children who attended St Cuthbert's and I couldn't be prouder of the young people they've become. The school's strong Catholic values and high expectations of its students had a huge impact on their academic and personal growth. The school's commitment to developing every child's potential is truly impressive, and I have no hesitation in recommending it to other parents.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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