St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington
URN: 147142 • Washington NE38 8AF
Overview
- Name
- St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington
- URN
- 147142
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 70.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- D Juric (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01917161700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Biddick Lane, Washington NE38 8AF
Summary
St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College is a mixed secondary academy located in Washington, Sunderland, serving over 1,600 students aged 11 to 18. The school operates within the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle and is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, which comprises 48 schools. It aims to foster a strong Catholic ethos, promoting spiritual, moral, and character development among its students.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum alongside a variety of enrichment opportunities, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future educational and career paths. With a commitment to the well-being of each student, St Robert of Newminster emphasizes the importance of nurturing individual talents and fostering a sense of community.
The school welcomes students from local parishes and feeder schools, creating a diverse environment that values respect, dignity, and justice. St Robert of Newminster is dedicated to maintaining high educational standards and supporting students in achieving their aspirations, while also encouraging them to contribute positively to society.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum alongside a variety of enrichment opportunities, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future educational and career paths. With a commitment to the well-being of each student, St Robert of Newminster emphasizes the importance of nurturing individual talents and fostering a sense of community.
The school welcomes students from local parishes and feeder schools, creating a diverse environment that values respect, dignity, and justice. St Robert of Newminster is dedicated to maintaining high educational standards and supporting students in achieving their aspirations, while also encouraging them to contribute positively to society.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Robert of Newminster Roman Catholic School (72.6)
- Biddick Academy (61.3)
- Washington School (53.6)
- Oxclose Community Academy (53.2)
- Biddick School Sports College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Sunderland
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1550
- Pupils
- 1588
- Boys
- 831
- Girls
- 757
- FSM %
- 16.70
- Open date
- 2019-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1588 | 831 | 757 | 1550 | 16.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1621 | 831 | 790 | 1550 | 15.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1646 | 854 | 792 | 1550 | 12.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1646 | 854 | 792 | 1550 | 12.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1636 | 844 | 792 | 1550 | 11.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1598 | 801 | 797 | 1550 | 10.50 |
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