SecondaryData as of May 2026

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy

Bishopton Road West, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 0QH

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2025

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

43.1school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

43.1

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

21.5%

Basics 9-5

37.1%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

43.1

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	44.0	46.4
2023/24	45.5	46.4
2024/25	43.1	46.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference

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Progress 8 values by academic year
Year	School	National
2022/23	-0.43	0.00
2023/24	-0.40	0.00
2024/25	Not available	Not available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

45.2%

EBacc APS

3.77

EBacc 9-5

18.8%

EBacc 9-4

26.9%

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

The Grangefield Academy

0.58 km away · Academy sponsor led

Outstanding

Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy

1.16 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Abbey Hill Academy

1.21 km away · Academy special converter

Good

Outwood Academy Bishopsgarth

1.64 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Kiora Hall

2.18 km away · Other independent special school

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About Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy is a secondary school in Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 222 responses), 75% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.1. The school has around 1,029 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Bishopton Road West, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 0QH | More schools in Stockton-on-Tees

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2025 — Good
Dec 2023 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
Jan 2018 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy

What is Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy's Ofsted rating?

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 222 responses): 75% of parents would recommend Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy.

What are Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy's latest exam results?

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 43.1. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy located?

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy is a secondary school in Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees (TS19 0QH).

How many pupils attend Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy?

Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy has around 1,029 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy with other schools?

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