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Welcome to St. Charles Spennymoor – A Nurturing Primary School with Outstanding Nursery and Outdoor Learning

Welcome to St Charles’ Catholic Primary School in Spennymoor — a warm, caring and vibrant school where children are encouraged to flourish every day. Rooted in strong Catholic values, we are committed to providing a safe, supportive and inspiring environment in which every child is known, cherished and guided to achieve their best.

We are proud to offer an exceptional Nursery for children aged 3 to 4, giving our youngest learners a joyful and confident start to their education. Our Early Years team creates a welcoming, stimulating and play‑rich environment where children develop independence, curiosity and a love of learning from day one.

At St Charles’, outdoor learning is an important part of school life. Our dedicated school minibus enables pupils to take part in exciting educational visits that bring learning to life — from exploring nature to discovering local history and enjoying hands‑on experiences that build confidence and spark enthusiasm.

Children at St Charles’ are happy, imaginative and eager to share their learning. By choosing our school, your child becomes part of a nurturing community where they are supported, motivated and encouraged to reach their full potential both in school and beyond.

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Silent Disco
25 February 2026

A Fun‑Filled Silent Disco Day at St Charles Catholic Primary School, Spennymoor

St Charles Catholic Primary School in Spennymoor was delighted to welcome Go Well back into school for another fantastic day of silent discos! Pupils across the school enjoyed listening to their favourite tracks, showing off their best dance moves, and having plenty of fun—all while wearing the very fancy wireless headphones that make silent discos so special.

National Storytelling Week
6 February 2026

St Charles Launches the National Year of Reading 2026!

This week, Miss Foster proudly launched the National Year of Reading 2026 here at St Charles! Over the coming year, we’ll be celebrating our love of books through a whole host of exciting activities, events, and reading‑themed adventures.

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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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Outstanding Nursery Provision for 3–4 Year Olds

Our Nursery at St Charles’ Catholic Primary School provides an exceptional early years experience for children aged 3 to 4. With caring staff and engaging environments, we give children a strong start to their learning. Through purposeful play and exploration, they develop early skills in communication, maths, creativity and problem‑solving. We help every child build confidence, independence and a love of learning. Families can expect a warm welcome, excellent care and staff dedicated to helping each child flourish.

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Learning That Inspires Curiosity and Adventure

Our curriculum is designed to be engaging, challenging and full of opportunities for discovery. Outdoor learning is a key part of our approach — and our school bus allows pupils to enjoy a wide range of enriching trips and real‑world experiences throughout the year. Whether investigating nature, exploring local landmarks or taking part in exciting educational activities, children learn through adventure, creativity and hands‑on exploration. We aim to nurture confident learners who ask questions, think deeply, work together and develop the skills they need for a bright and successful future.

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A Caring and Supportive School Community

At St Charles’, we place faith, kindness and respect at the centre of everything we do. Our school is a welcoming place where children feel valued and safe to express themselves, try new things and build strong friendships. Through positive relationships with families, parish and the wider community, we create a strong sense of belonging and a culture in which every child can thrive academically, socially and spiritually.

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