St Wilfrid's RC College
URN: 108736 • South Shields NE34 0QA
Overview
- Name
- St Wilfrid's RC College
- URN
- 108736
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Brendan Tapping (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Temple Park Road, South Shields NE34 0QA
Summary
St. Wilfrid's RC College is a mixed voluntary aided secondary school located in South Shields, South Tyneside. As part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Educational Trust, the school fosters a distinct Catholic ethos, emphasising the importance of faith and learning in the development of each student. The college aims to create an inclusive environment where every individual is valued, and high expectations are set for academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at St. Wilfrid's is broad and engaging, designed to equip students with the skills necessary to become responsible and productive members of society. The school encourages intellectual risk-taking and supports students in becoming autonomous learners. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on the development of British values, ensuring students understand democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect within a diverse community.
St. Wilfrid's RC College prioritises the well-being and development of its staff and students, fostering strong partnerships with parents to enhance the educational experience. The school is committed to nurturing young adults who embody gospel values and contribute positively to society.
The curriculum at St. Wilfrid's is broad and engaging, designed to equip students with the skills necessary to become responsible and productive members of society. The school encourages intellectual risk-taking and supports students in becoming autonomous learners. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on the development of British values, ensuring students understand democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect within a diverse community.
St. Wilfrid's RC College prioritises the well-being and development of its staff and students, fostering strong partnerships with parents to enhance the educational experience. The school is committed to nurturing young adults who embody gospel values and contribute positively to society.
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Nearby alternatives
- Harton Technology College (76.5)
- St Wilfrid's RC College (66.9)
- Mortimer Community College (57.9)
- Harton Academy (57.9)
- South Shields School (46.2)
Key details
- LA
- South Tyneside
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1098
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2016-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-02-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1098 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1098 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1098 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1098 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1098 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1098 |
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