St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Pelaw
URN: 148410 • Gateshead NE10 0QY
Overview
- Name
- St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Pelaw
- URN
- 148410
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Maria Robinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914693251
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rothbury Avenue, Gateshead NE10 0QY
Summary
St Alban's Catholic Primary School, located in Pelaw, Gateshead, is a mixed academy converter serving 206 pupils with a capacity for 210. The school fosters a Catholic ethos, aiming to promote the spiritual and moral development of its students alongside academic achievement. It is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, which underlines its commitment to a values-driven education.
The curriculum at St Alban's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on both academic and personal growth. The school offers a range of classes from Nursery through Year 6, ensuring that children receive tailored support throughout their primary education. Additionally, the school provides various extracurricular activities, including after-school clubs, to enhance the learning experience and foster community engagement.
St Alban's prioritises inclusivity and support for all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The dedicated staff, including a part-time SEND Coordinator, work collaboratively to ensure that every child can thrive in a nurturing environment. The school also maintains strong links with the local parish, reinforcing its community-oriented approach.
The curriculum at St Alban's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on both academic and personal growth. The school offers a range of classes from Nursery through Year 6, ensuring that children receive tailored support throughout their primary education. Additionally, the school provides various extracurricular activities, including after-school clubs, to enhance the learning experience and foster community engagement.
St Alban's prioritises inclusivity and support for all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The dedicated staff, including a part-time SEND Coordinator, work collaboratively to ensure that every child can thrive in a nurturing environment. The school also maintains strong links with the local parish, reinforcing its community-oriented approach.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- 6th June 6th June 2025 (download)
- 13th June 13th June 2025 (download)
- 8th September 5th September 2025 (download)
- 27th September 22nd September 2025 (download)
- 10th October 10th October 2025 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates / School Day (other)
- Policies & Related Documents (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 206
- Boys
- 106
- Girls
- 100
- FSM %
- 17.50
- Open date
- 2021-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-31
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 206 | 106 | 100 | 210 | 17.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 206 | 109 | 97 | 210 | 17.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 196 | 104 | 92 | 210 | 17.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 196 | 104 | 92 | 210 | 17.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 210 |
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