St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Houghton
URN: 147131 • Houghton le Spring DH5 8NF
Overview
- Name
- St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Houghton
- URN
- 147131
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicholas Reeson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915840542
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Durham Road, Houghton le Spring DH5 8NF
Summary
St Michael's Catholic Primary School, located in Houghton le Spring, is a mixed academy converter catering to approximately 200 pupils aged 4-11. The school operates under the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, promoting a strong ethos of faith and community. The mission statement, "Learning together in faith and love, we shine as children of God," reflects the school's commitment to nurturing responsible and compassionate citizens.
The curriculum at St Michael's is designed to foster holistic development, integrating religious education with a broad range of subjects. The school places a significant emphasis on collaboration with parents to enhance the educational experience, ensuring that families are kept informed through regular newsletters and updates.
St Michael's also prioritises community engagement, offering various initiatives such as the Mini Vinnies charity group and opportunities for students to participate in local parish activities. The school aims to create a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and spiritually, preparing them for future challenges.
The curriculum at St Michael's is designed to foster holistic development, integrating religious education with a broad range of subjects. The school places a significant emphasis on collaboration with parents to enhance the educational experience, ensuring that families are kept informed through regular newsletters and updates.
St Michael's also prioritises community engagement, offering various initiatives such as the Mini Vinnies charity group and opportunities for students to participate in local parish activities. The school aims to create a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and spiritually, preparing them for future challenges.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- 27th June Newsletter 27.06.25 (download)
- 11th July Newsletter 11.07.25 (download)
- 12th September Newsletter 12.09.25 (download)
- 26th September Newsletter 26.09.25 (download)
- 10th October Newsletter 10.10.25 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates / School Day (other)
- Policies & Related Documents (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 200
- Boys
- 101
- Girls
- 99
- FSM %
- 6.00
- Open date
- 2019-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 200 | 101 | 99 | 210 | 6.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 203 | 111 | 92 | 210 | 7.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 209 | 99 | 110 | 210 | 8.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 209 | 99 | 110 | 210 | 8.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 209 | 102 | 107 | 210 | 5.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 208 | 105 | 103 | 210 | 7.70 |
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