St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston — Primary School in Chester le Street

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St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston

Chester le Street, DH2 1QX

216 Pupils

210 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

7.10% FSM %

113 Boys

103 Girls

About St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston

St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston is a Primary Academies serving Chester le Street and the surrounding area in County Durham with a Roman Catholic character. The school for pupils aged 3–11 is part of the North East region.

It has 216 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Catherine Young.

Information on St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston is sourced from the DfE GIAS database, the authoritative register of all schools and educational establishments in England.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	County Durham
Region	North East
Administrative District	County Durham
Parliamentary Constituency	North Durham
Ward	Pelton
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-03-2021
UKPRN	10087090
URN	148205
Data Last Updated	17-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Laura Gray	Chair of Local Governing Body	09/12/2025	08/12/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Monica Kelsey	Chair of Local Governing Body	10/04/2025	08/12/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Lynn Fenwick	Local Governance Professional - Individual Academy or Free School	01/03/2022	—	N/A
Bernadette Bartlett	Local Governor	01/04/2025	31/03/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Angela Garrity	Local Governor	06/03/2025	05/03/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Laura Gray	Local Governor	09/07/2024	08/12/2025	Elected by parents
Laura Gray	Local Governor	09/12/2025	08/12/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Patricia Jenner	Local Governor	19/03/2025	18/03/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Monica Kelsey	Local Governor	01/03/2021	09/04/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Craig Musham	Local Governor	16/02/2026	15/02/2030	Elected by parents
Clare Sands	Local Governor	09/12/2024	08/12/2028	Elected by school staff
Beverley Wildish	Local Governor	12/12/2023	11/12/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Ouston Primary School

0.32 km • Chester le Street

Other

Pelton Community Primary School

0.86 km • Chester le Street

Other

Barley Mow Primary School

2 km • Chester le Street

Other

St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley

2.12 km • Chester le Street

Other

Roseberry Primary and Nursery School

2.23 km • Chester le Street

Other

Portobello Primary School

2.23 km • Chester le Street

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston?

St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Chester le Street, County Durham.

How many pupils does St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston have?

St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston has 216 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston?

St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston a faith school?

Yes, St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston?

The Headteacher at St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston is Mrs Catherine Young.

Where is St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston located?

St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston is at St Benet's Way, Ouston, Chester le Street, DH2 1QX, in the County Durham local authority, North East.

Does St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston currently open?

St Benet's Catholic Primary School, Ouston is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Catherine Young

St Benet's Way, Ouston, Chester le Street, DH2 1QX

01914105857

www.stbenetsouston.bwcet.com

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148205

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026