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
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.
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.
Useful links
Nearby alternatives
- St Joseph's Catholic Academy (61.4)
- Hebburn Comprehensive School (42.4)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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