St Catherine's Catholic Primary School

URN: 148271 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE2 1PS

Overview

Name
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
URN
148271
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Hoey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01912326803
Website
Visit
Address
Greystoke Gardens, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE2 1PS

Summary

St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 164 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a welcoming and family-like atmosphere, where cultural diversity is celebrated. The ethos is rooted in the belief that every individual is special and made in God's image, promoting values such as kindness, respect, and fairness.

The curriculum at St Catherine's is designed to be creative and engaging, encouraging pupils to develop their individuality and sense of pride in their school community. The school actively promotes British values, including democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect, ensuring that children understand their rights and responsibilities within a diverse society.

St Catherine's also emphasizes strong partnerships with families and the local community, hosting regular events and workshops to foster engagement. The school has received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection, reflecting its commitment to providing a supportive and effective learning environment for all students.

Key details

LA
Newcastle upon Tyne
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
164
Boys
86
Girls
78
FSM %
26.20
Open date
2021-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 164 86 78 210 26.20
2024-09-11 181 90 91 210 29.40
2023-09-11 193 94 99 210 30.70
2022-09-11 193 94 99 210 30.70
2021-09-11 195 99 96 210 37.60

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