St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston

URN: 148204 • Durham DH7 6AB

Overview

Name
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston
URN
148204
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sam Clarke (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01913710272
Website
Visit
Address
Front Street, Durham DH7 6AB

Summary

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, located in Sacriston, County Durham, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 91 pupils, serving a capacity of 112. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust and is committed to fostering a caring and vibrant learning environment. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its mission, "Shine Brightly for All with Christ as Our Guide," which emphasizes the development of students' intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual attributes.

The curriculum at St Bede's prioritises a broad and balanced education, with a strong focus on religious education and the teachings of the Gospel. The school aims to nurture self-esteem and respect among students, encouraging them to become competent and caring individuals. Traditional skills in literacy and numeracy are highly valued, alongside the broader skills outlined in the National Curriculum.

St Bede's actively engages with parents and the community, providing regular updates through newsletters and social media. The school promotes a collaborative approach to education, ensuring that parents are informed and involved in their children's learning journey.

Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
112
Pupils
91
Boys
42
Girls
49
FSM %
18.70
Open date
2020-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 91 42 49 112 18.70
2024-09-11 95 47 48 112 22.10
2023-09-11 98 46 52 112 20.40
2022-09-11 98 46 52 112 20.40
2021-09-11 101 44 57 112 22.80

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