St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College
URN: 148304 • Peterlee SR8 1DE
Overview
- Name
- St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College
- URN
- 148304
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Frances Cessford (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01915876220
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Westway, Peterlee SR8 1DE
Summary
St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College, located in Peterlee, County Durham, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 937 students and a capacity of 1,100. The school operates under the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust and embraces a distinct Catholic ethos, welcoming students of all faiths and backgrounds. The institution prioritises both academic excellence and the moral and spiritual development of its students, aiming to equip them with the skills necessary for future success.
The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment, particularly for students transitioning from primary to secondary education. With a smaller intake compared to other providers, St Bede's fosters a close-knit community where staff can address individual student needs effectively. High behavioural standards and mutual respect are central to the school's pastoral system, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and supported.
St Bede's mission is rooted in Christian values, promoting a culture of respect and care within the school community. The school encourages students to aspire for success while fostering a lifelong commitment to their faith and personal growth. For more information, visit their website at [st-bedes.org](https://www.st-bedes.org/).
The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment, particularly for students transitioning from primary to secondary education. With a smaller intake compared to other providers, St Bede's fosters a close-knit community where staff can address individual student needs effectively. High behavioural standards and mutual respect are central to the school's pastoral system, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and supported.
St Bede's mission is rooted in Christian values, promoting a culture of respect and care within the school community. The school encourages students to aspire for success while fostering a lifelong commitment to their faith and personal growth. For more information, visit their website at [st-bedes.org](https://www.st-bedes.org/).
Useful links
- Our Governing Body (governance)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- FOI Statement (download)
- Website Terms (other)
- Skip to primary navigation (other)
- Policies (other)
- Our Prospectus (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Academy at Shotton Hall (72.5)
- St Bede's Catholic Comprehensive School and Byron College (61.0)
- Easington Academy (55.8)
- Dene Academy (51.5)
- Dene Community School (47.0)
Key details
- LA
- County Durham
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 937
- Boys
- 512
- Girls
- 425
- FSM %
- 36.00
- Open date
- 2021-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- County Durham
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 937 | 512 | 425 | 1100 | 36.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 954 | 534 | 420 | 1100 | 33.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 808 | 430 | 378 | 1100 | 29.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 808 | 430 | 378 | 1100 | 29.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 720 | 369 | 351 | 1100 | 30.10 |
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