St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Newton Aycliffe is celebrating the fantastic achievements of its Year 6 pupils following an exceptional set of Key Stage 2 SATs results.
The school is incredibly proud of the dedication, resilience and hard work shown by pupils throughout their primary school journey. Their efforts have been rewarded with outcomes that significantly exceed national averages across all core subjects.
An outstanding 89% of pupils achieved the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths combined, compared to 63% nationally.
Individual subject results were equally impressive, with:
- 94% achieving the expected standard in Reading (National Average: 75%)
- 89% achieving the expected standard in Writing (National Average: 73%)
- 89% achieving the expected standard in Maths (National Average: 75%)
These remarkable results reflect the commitment of pupils, staff and families working together to ensure every child thrives. They also highlight the school's focus on high expectations, academic excellence and nurturing each child's unique talents within a caring and supportive Catholic environment.
Staff at St Joseph's are delighted to see pupils recognised for their hard work and determination and are confident that they will go on to achieve great things in the next stage of their education.
As the school celebrates this success, families looking for a primary school place are encouraged to find out more about St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and discover the welcoming community, strong values and excellent education on offer.
Headteacher, Kirsty Evans, at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School said:
"We are incredibly proud of our pupils and all they have achieved. These results are a testament to their hard work, determination and positive attitude to learning. We would also like to thank our dedicated staff and supportive families who have played such an important role in helping our children succeed. Congratulations to every member of our Year 6 class."