St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow

URN: 148276 • Jarrow NE32 4PJ

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow
URN
148276
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Craig (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01915364311
Website
Visit
Address
St Joseph's Way, Jarrow NE32 4PJ

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Jarrow is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 224 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a high-quality and inclusive education, guided by its mission statement: "Act justly, Love tenderly and Walk humbly with our God." This ethos reflects the school's focus on nurturing the individual strengths and needs of each child within a supportive learning environment.

The dedicated staff at St Joseph's work to create a safe and stimulating atmosphere where children can thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to equip students with essential skills for future learning while fostering their confidence and aspirations. With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (17.30%), the school is attentive to the diverse backgrounds of its community, ensuring that all children receive the support they need.

Headteacher Mr Anthony Kennedy invites parents to engage with the school community and encourages visits to experience the vibrant learning environment firsthand. St Joseph's aims to be a welcoming place where children can grow in God's love and develop a lifelong passion for learning.

Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
224
Boys
109
Girls
115
FSM %
17.30
Open date
2020-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 224 109 115 210 17.30
2024-09-11 230 114 116 210 19.50
2023-09-11 232 116 116 210 17.30
2022-09-11 232 116 116 210 17.30
2021-09-11 234 122 112 210 16.60

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