St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham

URN: 148260 • Hexham NE46 2DD

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham
URN
148260
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicholas Wood (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01434605124
Website
Visit
Address
Highford Lane, Hexham NE46 2DD

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Middle School in Hexham is a mixed academy converter catering to students aged 9 to 13. With a current enrolment of 179 pupils and a capacity of 360, the school emphasizes a strong Catholic ethos, guided by its mission and values. The leadership team, including Headteacher Mr N Wood and Deputy Headteacher Mrs L Dotchin, is committed to fostering a vibrant and supportive learning environment.

The curriculum at St Joseph's is designed to promote personal development and academic achievement, with a focus on inclusivity and support for all learners, including those with special educational needs. The school offers various extracurricular activities and wrap-around care to enrich the educational experience and support student well-being.

Located in Northumberland, St Joseph's serves the local community and is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust. The school prioritizes strong relationships with parents and guardians, ensuring open communication and collaboration to support student success. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Northumberland
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
360
Pupils
179
Boys
98
Girls
81
FSM %
24.00
Open date
2020-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northumberland

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 179 98 81 360 24.00
2024-09-11 186 102 84 360 20.40
2023-09-11 275 135 140 360 18.90
2022-09-11 275 135 140 360 18.90
2021-09-11 297 157 140 360 14.50

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