Catchgate Primary School
URN: 150371 • Stanley DH9 8LX
Overview
- Name
- Catchgate Primary School
- URN
- 150371
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- NEW COLLEGE DURHAM ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Pamela Monaghan (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01207234252
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Blackett Street, Stanley DH9 8LX
Summary
Catchgate Primary School, located in Stanley, County Durham, is a mixed academy converter catering to 224 pupils, with a capacity of 266. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can develop their confidence, knowledge, and understanding. With a focus on excellence, the school aims to promote self-esteem, respect, and cooperation among students, preparing them for active participation in the wider community.
The curriculum at Catchgate Primary is designed to support each child's development to their fullest potential. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to enhance learning experiences. Recent activities include a successful cross-country event and a camping trip for Year 4 students, highlighting the school’s emphasis on extracurricular engagement and teamwork.
Catchgate Primary also prioritises inclusivity, with 49.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, ensuring that all children have access to quality education and support. Parents are encouraged to stay informed through the school’s website and social media channels, fostering a collaborative approach to education.
The curriculum at Catchgate Primary is designed to support each child's development to their fullest potential. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to enhance learning experiences. Recent activities include a successful cross-country event and a camping trip for Year 4 students, highlighting the school’s emphasis on extracurricular engagement and teamwork.
Catchgate Primary also prioritises inclusivity, with 49.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, ensuring that all children have access to quality education and support. Parents are encouraged to stay informed through the school’s website and social media channels, fostering a collaborative approach to education.
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Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- NEW COLLEGE DURHAM ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 266
- Pupils
- 224
- Boys
- 131
- Girls
- 93
- FSM %
- 49.50
- Open date
- 2024-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 224 | 131 | 93 | 266 | 49.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 266 |
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