St Joseph's Catholic Academy

URN: 139878 • Hebburn NE31 2ET

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Academy
URN
139878
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Crowe (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01914282700
Website
Visit
Address
Mill Lane, Hebburn NE31 2ET

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Academy, located in Hebburn, South Tyneside, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,357 students and a capacity of 1,490. As part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, the school upholds a strong Catholic ethos, emphasising values such as Faith, Learning, Attitude, Mutual Respect, and Enrichment (FLAME). The academy is committed to providing a nurturing environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal development.

The school has been rated as 'Good' by OFSTED in all areas and is dedicated to continuous improvement. St Joseph's offers modern facilities, having undergone redevelopment in 2010, which support a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for life in modern Britain. The academy prioritises excellent pastoral care and aims to equip students with the skills and qualifications necessary for future success.

St Joseph's actively engages with the local community, serving families in South Tyneside and East Gateshead. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits for those interested in learning more about its offerings and values.

Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1490
Pupils
1357
Boys
698
Girls
659
FSM %
19.90
Open date
2013-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1357 698 659 1490 19.90
2024-09-11 1367 683 684 1490 18.80
2023-09-11 1197 569 628 1490 18.00
2022-09-11 1197 569 628 1490 18.00
2021-09-11 1155 536 619 1490 15.70
2020-09-11 1092 507 585 1490 13.40

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