Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 108851 • Houghton le Spring DH4 7JZ

Overview

Name
Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
108851
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Barbara Reilly-O'Donnell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Station Road, Houghton le Spring DH4 7JZ

Summary

Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, serves a mixed-gender population of 336 pupils, with a capacity for 350. As part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, the school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where each child can flourish in their unique learning journey. The ethos is rooted in Catholic values, encouraging students to develop their individual gifts while contributing positively to their community.

The curriculum at Our Lady Queen of Peace is designed to provide a strong academic foundation, alongside the development of essential life skills such as creativity, resilience, and problem-solving. The school places a strong emphasis on the holistic development of children, ensuring they are well-prepared for future educational challenges.

In addition to academic support, the school actively engages with parents and the wider community through regular communication, newsletters, and events. This commitment to partnership enhances the educational experience and fosters a sense of belonging among families.

Key details

LA
Sunderland
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
350
Pupils
336
Boys
170
Girls
166
FSM %
6.30
Open date
Close date
2019-06-30
Last Ofsted
2006-12-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 336 170 166 350 6.30
2024-09-11 336 170 166 350 6.30
2023-09-11 336 170 166 350 6.30
2022-09-11 336 170 166 350 6.30
2021-09-11 336 170 166 350 6.30
2020-09-11 336 170 166 350 6.30

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