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Welcome to our school

Nestled in the heart of Spennymoor, St. Charles is more than just a school. We are a close and caring family where every child is cherished and encouraged to flourish.


We are passionate about outdoor learning, and our school bus takes pupils on exciting trips that bring lessons to life and spark curiosity. Children at St. Charles are full of enthusiasm, happiness and a genuine love for learning, which they are always eager to share. By choosing St. Charles, your child will be part of a nurturing and inspiring environment where they feel valued, supported and motivated to achieve their goals in school and beyond.

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15 December 2025

Outstanding SATs Results in 2025

St Charles Catholic Primary School in Spennymoor is delighted to announce that we are the top performing primary school in Spennymoor for SATS achievement in Writing, Reading, and Maths.

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25 November 2025

St. Charles Robotics Club: Year 6 Pupils Take on the Challenge!

Eight talented Year 6 pupils have joined our Robotics Club after impressing us with their applications and presentations. Their mission? To design, build, and program a robot capable of competing in a challenging competition!

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25 November 2025

Exploring Japanese Culture with Nissan: A Global Learning Experience

Year 3 had an unforgettable experience when a team from Nissan, who work closely with colleagues in Japan, visited St Charles. Pupils learned fascinating facts about the Japanese language, traditional symbols, and delicious foods.

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