St Lawrence's RC Primary School

URN: 108509 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE6 2JX

Overview

Name
St Lawrence's RC Primary School
URN
108509
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Brown (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Headlam Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE6 2JX

Summary

St Lawrence's RC Primary School, located in the Byker Wall area of Newcastle upon Tyne, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender student body of 224 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where each child feels valued and respected, aligning with their mission statement that emphasises kindness, respect, and tolerance.

The curriculum at St Lawrence's is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith, with Religious Education playing a central role in the school's ethos. The school aims to foster a sense of belonging among students while encouraging personal growth and academic excellence across all subjects. Core Gospel values such as love, hope, and justice are integrated into lessons and school life, promoting the development of well-rounded individuals.

St Lawrence's actively promotes British values, including democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect. The school encourages student participation through initiatives like the School Council and fosters a culturally diverse community through various events and discussions. This holistic approach aims to prepare students not only academically but also as compassionate and responsible members of society.

Key details

LA
Newcastle upon Tyne
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
224
Boys
108
Girls
116
FSM %
57.40
Open date
Close date
2020-11-30
Last Ofsted
2017-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 224 108 116 210 57.40
2024-09-11 224 108 116 210 57.40
2023-09-11 224 108 116 210 57.40
2022-09-11 224 108 116 210 57.40
2021-09-11 224 108 116 210 57.40
2020-09-11 224 108 116 210 57.40

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