St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School
URN: 148282 • Blyth NE24 2LE
Overview
- Name
- St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 148282
- 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
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 47.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Pauline Johnstone (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01670352919
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Claremont Terrace, Blyth NE24 2LE
Summary
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, located in Blyth, Northumberland, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 237 pupils, serving a capacity of 330. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and inclusive environment, welcoming children from all faiths and backgrounds. The ethos is rooted in the teachings of Jesus, promoting mutual respect and high expectations for both academic and personal development.
The curriculum at St Wilfrid's is designed to inspire students, offering a vibrant range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and Religious Education, alongside various extracurricular activities such as sports, arts, and themed events. The school also emphasizes the importance of emotional well-being, providing support through trained staff and tailored programs for those in need.
Since joining the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust in 2020, St Wilfrid's has benefited from enhanced resources and opportunities. The school has received positive evaluations in past Ofsted inspections, reflecting its commitment to maintaining a high standard of education and care for its students.
The curriculum at St Wilfrid's is designed to inspire students, offering a vibrant range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and Religious Education, alongside various extracurricular activities such as sports, arts, and themed events. The school also emphasizes the importance of emotional well-being, providing support through trained staff and tailored programs for those in need.
Since joining the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust in 2020, St Wilfrid's has benefited from enhanced resources and opportunities. The school has received positive evaluations in past Ofsted inspections, reflecting its commitment to maintaining a high standard of education and care for its students.
Useful links
- Directions (other)
- Interactive Schools (other)
- #SchoolWebsite Design (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Horton Grange Primary School (73.6)
- Malvin's Close Academy (66.1)
- Croftway Academy (65.6)
- St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School (62.2)
- Morpeth Road Academy (60.3)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 330
- Pupils
- 237
- Boys
- 120
- Girls
- 117
- FSM %
- 36.10
- Open date
- 2020-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 237 | 120 | 117 | 330 | 36.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 263 | 120 | 143 | 330 | 37.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 290 | 128 | 162 | 330 | 33.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 290 | 128 | 162 | 330 | 33.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 305 | 144 | 161 | 330 | 31.80 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.