ST AUGUSTINE'S RC PRIMARY SCHOOL in Durham, Darlington

Education Centre Information: St Augustine's RC Primary School:

Establishment Type:Academy Converter
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Darlington
Reason Establishment Opened: Academy Converter
Establishment Open Date: 01/04/2013
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Roman Catholic
Diocese: Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 206
Number of boys: 97
Number of girls: 109
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Situated in West Darlington, but draws pupils from wide area; established in 1857; rebuilt in 1986 on pleasant former grounds of convent grammar school. The site has many mature trees and a secluded environment. The single-storey, open-plan building is constructed around a quadrangle; has a small hall and a music/computer room. Broad and balanced curriculum extended by extra-curricular musical and artistic opportunities. The choir sings at homes for the elderly on special occasions and pupils have frequently won the Country Dancing Shield at the Darlington Festival. Sixth-form college and undergraduate students are invited to do work-experience at the school. Each year the school supports Oxfam's 'Adopt a Granny' scheme, in addition to other charities. Children can also save money through the school bank. A weekly parish Mass is led by the pupils, to which families are invited. Active and supportive parent-teacher association raises funds; many parents offer help around the school.