St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton
URN: 148609 • Stanley DH9 9BB
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jill Burgess (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01207570316
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- North Road, Stanley DH9 9BB
Summary
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, located in Dipton, Stanley, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender population of 138 pupils, with a capacity for 175. The school operates under the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust and is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that reflects its Catholic ethos. The school emphasizes the importance of values, collective worship, and community engagement, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who follow in Christ's footsteps.
The curriculum at St Patrick's is designed to provide a holistic education, integrating academic learning with spiritual and moral development. The school offers various support services, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they require to thrive. Additionally, the school promotes well-being through wrap-around care and a focus on mental health.
With approximately 25.4% of pupils eligible for free school meals, St Patrick's is dedicated to inclusivity and support for all families in the community. The school maintains open communication with parents through newsletters and regular updates, fostering a collaborative approach to education.
The curriculum at St Patrick's is designed to provide a holistic education, integrating academic learning with spiritual and moral development. The school offers various support services, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provisions, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they require to thrive. Additionally, the school promotes well-being through wrap-around care and a focus on mental health.
With approximately 25.4% of pupils eligible for free school meals, St Patrick's is dedicated to inclusivity and support for all families in the community. The school maintains open communication with parents through newsletters and regular updates, fostering a collaborative approach to education.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- 10th October 10th October Newsletter (download)
- 10th October Parish Newsletter 12th October (download)
- 11th October Y4 Segedunum Trip Letter (download)
- 9th October Y5/Y6 Boys’ Football Trial Letter (download)
- 9th October Y5/Y6 Girls’ Football Trial Letter (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates / School Day (other)
- Policies (other)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 175
- Pupils
- 138
- Boys
- 62
- Girls
- 76
- FSM %
- 25.40
- Open date
- 2021-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 138 | 62 | 76 | 175 | 25.40 |
2024-09-11 | 145 | 67 | 78 | 175 | 24.80 |
2023-09-11 | 161 | 74 | 87 | 175 | 16.80 |
2022-09-11 | 161 | 74 | 87 | 175 | 16.80 |
2021-09-11 | 175 |
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