St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street — Primary School in Chester le Street

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St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street

Chester le Street, DH3 3PH

220 Pupils

243 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

8.60% FSM %

108 Boys

112 Girls

About St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street is a mixed-gender Academies located in Chester le Street, County Durham, in the North East region of England for pupils aged 3–11 with a Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 220 pupils on roll. School capacity: 243. Current headteacher: Angela Garrity.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

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	Chester-le-Street North
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	01-12-2020
UKPRN	10087144
URN	148259
Data Last Updated	17-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Catherine Lynn	Chair of Local Governing Body	20/11/2025	29/11/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
David Quinn	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/12/2020	19/10/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Lynn Fenwick	Local Governance Professional - Individual Academy or Free School	01/03/2022	—	N/A
Susan Cantwell	Local Governor	06/03/2025	05/03/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Angela Garrity	Local Governor	01/09/2021	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Catherine Lynn	Local Governor	01/12/2020	29/11/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Sarah McCabe	Local Governor	02/02/2024	01/02/2028	Elected by school staff
Stephen Paul	Local Governor	28/01/2026	27/01/2030	Appointed by foundation/Trust
David Quinn	Local Governor	14/12/2016	29/11/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Simon Rochester	Local Governor	03/12/2020	29/11/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Simon Wilkinson	Local Governor	01/12/2020	29/11/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Park View School

0.35 km • Chester le Street

Other

Cestria Primary School

0.36 km • Chester le Street

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Red Rose Primary School

0.46 km • Chester le Street

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Newker Primary School

0.81 km • Chester le Street

Other

Bullion Lane Primary School

0.94 km • Chester le Street

Other

Hermitage Academy

1.49 km • Chester le Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street?

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

How many pupils does St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street have?

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street has 220 pupils, with a capacity of 243.

What is the age range at St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street?

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street a faith school?

Yes, St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street?

The Headteacher at St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street is Mrs Angela Garrity.

Where is St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street located?

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street is at Ropery Lane, Chester le Street, DH3 3PH, in the County Durham local authority, North East.

Does St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street currently open?

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Chester-Le-Street is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Angela Garrity

Ropery Lane, Chester le Street, DH3 3PH

01913882305

stcuthbertschesterlestreet.bwcet.com/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148259

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026