Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary
URN: 114278 • Durham DH6 2JQ
Overview
- Name
- Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary
- URN
- 114278
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lisa Ashton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Fleming Field, Durham DH6 2JQ
Summary
Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Durham, serves a mixed-gender population of 181 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 168. The school embraces a strong ethos centered around the belief that every child is unique and valued as a child of God. This foundational principle guides the school's approach to education, encouraging students to love, learn, grow, and inspire one another.
The curriculum at Our Lady of Lourdes is designed to foster a holistic development of each child, integrating academic learning with moral and spiritual growth. The school aims to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive, supported by dedicated staff who are committed to meeting the diverse needs of all students. With a significant percentage of pupils (26.5%) eligible for free school meals, the school is attentive to providing additional support to ensure equity in learning opportunities.
As a community-focused institution, Our Lady of Lourdes actively engages with families and local stakeholders, promoting a collaborative environment that enhances the educational experience. The school’s commitment to inclusivity and support reflects its dedication to developing well-rounded individuals prepared for future challenges.
The curriculum at Our Lady of Lourdes is designed to foster a holistic development of each child, integrating academic learning with moral and spiritual growth. The school aims to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive, supported by dedicated staff who are committed to meeting the diverse needs of all students. With a significant percentage of pupils (26.5%) eligible for free school meals, the school is attentive to providing additional support to ensure equity in learning opportunities.
As a community-focused institution, Our Lady of Lourdes actively engages with families and local stakeholders, promoting a collaborative environment that enhances the educational experience. The school’s commitment to inclusivity and support reflects its dedication to developing well-rounded individuals prepared for future challenges.
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 168
- Pupils
- 181
- Boys
- 93
- Girls
- 88
- FSM %
- 26.50
- Open date
- Close date
- 2021-09-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 181 | 93 | 88 | 168 | 26.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 181 | 93 | 88 | 168 | 26.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 181 | 93 | 88 | 168 | 26.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 181 | 93 | 88 | 168 | 26.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 181 | 93 | 88 | 168 | 26.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 170 | 89 | 81 | 168 | 18.80 |
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