St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School
URN: 148272 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE6 2JX
Overview
- Name
- St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 148272
- 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
- 50.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Brown (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912659881
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Headlam Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE6 2JX
Summary
St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School is a mixed academy located in the Byker Wall area of Newcastle upon Tyne, serving 218 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a welcoming and caring environment where every child feels valued. Guided by its mission statement, "God's love is the heart of our school," St Lawrence's emphasizes kindness, respect, and tolerance in all aspects of school life.
The curriculum at St Lawrence's integrates British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. Pupils participate in a School Council, allowing their voices to be heard, and are educated about the importance of laws and personal freedoms. The school also promotes a diverse community, celebrating various ethnic backgrounds and encouraging understanding and respect among students.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (67.80%), St Lawrence's is committed to providing support and resources to ensure that all children thrive academically and socially. The school welcomes prospective parents and encourages visits to learn more about its ethos and educational offerings.
The curriculum at St Lawrence's integrates British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. Pupils participate in a School Council, allowing their voices to be heard, and are educated about the importance of laws and personal freedoms. The school also promotes a diverse community, celebrating various ethnic backgrounds and encouraging understanding and respect among students.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (67.80%), St Lawrence's is committed to providing support and resources to ensure that all children thrive academically and socially. The school welcomes prospective parents and encourages visits to learn more about its ethos and educational offerings.
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- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- British Values (other)
- Contact Us (other)
- Catholic Life (other)
- Policies (other)
- Our Staff (other)
- Holiday & Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Front Street Community Primary School (78.9)
- West Jesmond Primary School (76.6)
- Cragside Primary School (76.5)
- Benton Park Primary School (76.2)
- Archibald First School (75.2)
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
- 218
- Boys
- 106
- Girls
- 112
- FSM %
- 67.80
- Open date
- 2020-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 218 | 106 | 112 | 210 | 67.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 229 | 117 | 112 | 210 | 63.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 222 | 106 | 116 | 210 | 64.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 222 | 106 | 116 | 210 | 64.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 218 | 107 | 111 | 210 | 66.80 |
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