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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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