Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
URN: 108382 • Gateshead NE8 4QL
Overview
- Name
- Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 108382
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cheryl Maxwell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
-
Dunsmuir Grove, Gateshead NE8 4QL
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Summary
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, located in Gateshead, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a diverse community of 212 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 203. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust and emphasizes a welcoming and inclusive environment where differences are celebrated. The school's ethos is rooted in kindness and respect, encouraging students to "let their light shine" as they strive for personal growth and academic excellence.
The curriculum at Corpus Christi is designed to be ambitious and engaging, catering to children from Nursery through Year 6. Recent inspections have highlighted the school's outstanding performance in all areas, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality education and care. The school also prioritizes communication with parents through regular newsletters and updates on events and achievements.
In addition to its academic focus, Corpus Christi promotes Catholic life through prayer, liturgy, and community service initiatives, such as the Mini Vinnies group. The school offers wrap-around care and various support services, ensuring a holistic approach to the wellbeing of its students.
The curriculum at Corpus Christi is designed to be ambitious and engaging, catering to children from Nursery through Year 6. Recent inspections have highlighted the school's outstanding performance in all areas, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality education and care. The school also prioritizes communication with parents through regular newsletters and updates on events and achievements.
In addition to its academic focus, Corpus Christi promotes Catholic life through prayer, liturgy, and community service initiatives, such as the Mini Vinnies group. The school offers wrap-around care and various support services, ensuring a holistic approach to the wellbeing of its students.
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Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 203
- Pupils
- 212
- Boys
- 108
- Girls
- 104
- FSM %
- 27.70
- Open date
- Close date
- 2022-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2008-04-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 203 | 27.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 203 | 27.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 203 | 27.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 203 | 27.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 206 | 106 | 100 | 203 | 26.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 218 | 112 | 106 | 203 | 22.10 |
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