St George's Catholic Primary School, Bells Close

URN: 148444 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 6XX

Overview

Name
St George's Catholic Primary School, Bells Close
URN
148444
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
Good
Ranking score
48.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anne Bullerwell (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01912675677
Website
Visit
Address
Bell's Close, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 6XX

Summary

St George's Catholic Primary School, located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 88 pupils, against a capacity of 160. The school has a strong commitment to fostering a safe and nurturing environment, where kindness and exemplary behaviour are integral to its culture. Recent changes in leadership and staff have contributed to a positive transformation within the school, as highlighted in the Ofsted report from March 2024.

The curriculum at St George's is designed to provide a balanced education, adhering to the Primary National Curriculum while incorporating Catholic values and personal development. The school offers a range of subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and Religious Education, alongside opportunities for physical education and the arts. Support for pupils with additional needs is a priority, ensuring that all children can thrive academically and socially.

St George's also provides free nursery places for eligible families and has spaces available in several year groups. The school encourages community involvement and maintains open communication with parents to foster a strong home-school partnership. For more information or to arrange a visit, parents can contact the school directly.

Key details

LA
Newcastle upon Tyne
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
160
Pupils
88
Boys
42
Girls
46
FSM %
51.10
Open date
2021-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 88 42 46 160 51.10
2024-09-11 91 45 46 160 44.00
2023-09-11 114 54 60 160 54.10
2022-09-11 114 54 60 140 54.10
2021-09-11 140

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