St Wilfrid's RC College
URN: 142601 • South Shields NE34 0QA
Overview
- Name
- St Wilfrid's RC College
- URN
- 142601
- 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
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 66.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Lennox (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914569121
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Temple Park Road, South Shields NE34 0QA
Summary
St. Wilfrid's RC College is a mixed secondary academy located in South Shields, South Tyneside, with a current enrolment of 1,338 pupils against a capacity of 1,450. The school operates under the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Educational Trust and is guided by a strong Catholic ethos, promoting values of faith, respect, and mutual support. The mission of the college is to inspire students to achieve their full potential through a commitment to excellence in both faith and learning.
The curriculum at St. Wilfrid's is designed to be broad and engaging, equipping students with the skills necessary to become responsible and productive members of society. The school emphasizes high expectations and provides tailored support to ensure that all pupils can succeed, regardless of their individual circumstances. Opportunities for spiritual development are integrated into the school experience, fostering a respectful and inclusive community.
St. Wilfrid's values the role of parents in their children's education and encourages active involvement. The school is dedicated to the professional development of its staff, ensuring a high-quality educational experience for all students.
The curriculum at St. Wilfrid's is designed to be broad and engaging, equipping students with the skills necessary to become responsible and productive members of society. The school emphasizes high expectations and provides tailored support to ensure that all pupils can succeed, regardless of their individual circumstances. Opportunities for spiritual development are integrated into the school experience, fostering a respectful and inclusive community.
St. Wilfrid's values the role of parents in their children's education and encourages active involvement. The school is dedicated to the professional development of its staff, ensuring a high-quality educational experience for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Harton Technology College (76.5)
- St Wilfrid's RC College (70.2)
- 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
- BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1450
- Pupils
- 1338
- Boys
- 609
- Girls
- 729
- FSM %
- 31.80
- Open date
- 2016-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1338 | 609 | 729 | 1450 | 31.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1356 | 617 | 739 | 1450 | 28.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1312 | 610 | 702 | 1098 | 21.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1312 | 610 | 702 | 1098 | 21.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1281 | 616 | 665 | 1098 | 16.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1259 | 619 | 640 | 1098 | 13.20 |
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