St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

URN: 146256 • Darlington DL1 4NL

Overview

Name
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
URN
146256
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paula Strachan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01325380754
Website
Visit
Address
Harris Street, Darlington DL1 4NL

Summary

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is an academy converter located in Darlington, serving a mixed-gender population of approximately 350 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 315. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment that reflects its Catholic ethos, promoting values of respect, compassion, and community involvement.

The curriculum at St Teresa's is designed to offer a well-rounded education, integrating both academic and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a love for learning, encouraging pupils to achieve their full potential while supporting their individual needs. With 14.3% of students eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to ensuring that all children receive the necessary support to thrive.

St Teresa's actively engages with the local community, fostering partnerships that enhance the educational experience. The school encourages parental involvement and values the contributions of families in creating a supportive learning environment. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.stteresasdarlington.bhcet.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Darlington
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
315
Pupils
350
Boys
170
Girls
180
FSM %
14.30
Open date
2019-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 350 170 180 315 14.30
2024-09-11 357 180 177 315 13.70
2023-09-11 359 179 180 315 12.80
2022-09-11 359 179 180 315 12.80
2021-09-11 358 174 184 315 13.40
2020-09-11 359 175 184 315 16.10

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