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St Paul's CofE Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Paul's CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Sunderland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 316 pupils, and a capacity of 330 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

316

Pupils

330

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

St Paul's CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Paul's CofE Primary School is managed by Sunderland and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Sunderland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Paul's CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Waterworks Road, Ryhope, Sunderland, SR2 0LW
Local authority
Sunderland
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
13.6% of pupils
DfE URN
108836

Other Primary Schools in Sunderland

If St Paul's CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sunderland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Paul's CofE Primary School

Is St Paul's CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

St Paul's CofE Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 330 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St Paul's CofE Primary School?

St Paul's CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Sunderland before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Paul's CofE Primary School cover?

St Paul's CofE Primary School is a primary school in Sunderland, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Paul's CofE Primary School?

St Paul's CofE Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.