St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle
URN: 148446 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 7HS
Overview
- Name
- St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle
- URN
- 148446
- 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
- 56.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Leigh-anne Young (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912743430
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Howlett Hall Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 7HS
Summary
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is a mixed academy converter serving 204 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school embraces a strong Catholic ethos, fostering a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. The mission of the school emphasizes community, collaboration, and the importance of values such as love and respect, which are integrated into daily school life.
The curriculum at St Bede's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on core subjects such as English and Maths, alongside a range of enrichment activities. The school places a strong emphasis on early reading and phonics, ensuring that all pupils develop essential literacy skills. Additionally, St Bede's offers support for children with special educational needs through its dedicated SEND policy and resources.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at St Bede's, with various events and initiatives aimed at engaging families and local parish members. The school actively participates in charitable activities and celebrates significant events throughout the year, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose among students, staff, and the wider community.
The curriculum at St Bede's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on core subjects such as English and Maths, alongside a range of enrichment activities. The school places a strong emphasis on early reading and phonics, ensuring that all pupils develop essential literacy skills. Additionally, St Bede's offers support for children with special educational needs through its dedicated SEND policy and resources.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at St Bede's, with various events and initiatives aimed at engaging families and local parish members. The school actively participates in charitable activities and celebrates significant events throughout the year, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose among students, staff, and the wider community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Front Street Community Primary School (78.9)
- West Jesmond Primary School (76.6)
- Cragside Primary School (76.5)
- Benton Park Primary School (76.2)
- Archibald First School (75.2)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 103
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 34.80
- Open date
- 2021-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 103 | 101 | 210 | 34.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 109 | 101 | 210 | 28.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 210 | 23.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 210 | 23.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 210 |
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