St Joseph's RC Voluntary Aided Comprehensive School

URN: 108735 • Hebburn NE31 2ET

Overview

Name
St Joseph's RC Voluntary Aided Comprehensive School
URN
108735
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Frank O'Neill (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Mill Lane, Hebburn NE31 2ET

Summary

St. Joseph's RC Voluntary Aided Comprehensive School, located in Hebburn, South Tyneside, is a mixed secondary school with a capacity of 1,564 students. As part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, the school upholds a strong Catholic ethos, emphasising values such as faith, mutual respect, and personal development. The school's motto, "Caritas Christi Urget Nos" (The love of Christ spurs us on), reflects its commitment to fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at St. Joseph's is designed to prepare students for life in modern Britain, focusing on both academic excellence and character development. The school is rated 'Good' by OFSTED and is dedicated to continuous improvement, ensuring that students receive high-quality teaching and support. Facilities have been modernised since a redevelopment in 2010, providing an enhanced learning environment.

St. Joseph's promotes a sense of community and encourages student involvement through various initiatives, including the Faith in Action group and leadership opportunities. The school values the importance of pastoral care, aiming to support each student in their journey towards becoming responsible and empathetic individuals.

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Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1564
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
1960-06-09
Close date
2013-06-30
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1564
2024-09-11 1564
2023-09-11 1564
2022-09-11 1564
2021-09-11 1564
2020-09-11 1564

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