St Bede's Catholic Primary School
URN: 148283 • Bedlington NE22 6EQ
Overview
- Name
- St Bede's Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 148283
- 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
- 46.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Fallon (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01670822389
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ridge Terrace, Bedlington NE22 6EQ
Summary
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, located in Bedlington, Northumberland, is a mixed academy converter serving 199 pupils, with a capacity for 240. As part of the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust, the school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes the spiritual, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of each child. The school’s ethos is rooted in Gospel Values, aiming to inspire students to achieve their full potential while building a community of respect and love.
The curriculum at St Bede's encompasses a broad range of subjects, including Early Years Foundation Stage, English, Maths, and Science, alongside opportunities for creative and spiritual growth through religious education and worship activities. The school prioritises inclusivity and support, offering provisions for special educational needs and pupil premium initiatives to ensure all students can thrive.
St Bede's places a strong emphasis on community involvement, encouraging parental engagement and participation in school activities. The school’s mission is to create a family-like atmosphere where every child is valued, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging a love for learning.
The curriculum at St Bede's encompasses a broad range of subjects, including Early Years Foundation Stage, English, Maths, and Science, alongside opportunities for creative and spiritual growth through religious education and worship activities. The school prioritises inclusivity and support, offering provisions for special educational needs and pupil premium initiatives to ensure all students can thrive.
St Bede's places a strong emphasis on community involvement, encouraging parental engagement and participation in school activities. The school’s mission is to create a family-like atmosphere where every child is valued, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging a love for learning.
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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
- 240
- Pupils
- 199
- Boys
- 108
- Girls
- 91
- FSM %
- 15.40
- Open date
- 2020-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 199 | 108 | 91 | 240 | 15.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 213 | 111 | 102 | 240 | 18.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 225 | 113 | 112 | 240 | 16.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 225 | 113 | 112 | 240 | 16.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 232 | 116 | 116 | 240 | 15.10 |
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