St Mary's Catholic Primary School, North Shields

URN: 148450 • North Shields NE30 3EY

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, North Shields
URN
148450
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
n/a
Ranking score
46.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Colette Bland (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01912518080
Website
Visit
Address
Farringdon Road, North Shields NE30 3EY

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located in North Shields, is a mixed academy converter that serves the local parishes of St Mary's Cullercoats and St. Oswin's Tynemouth. With a current enrolment of 198 pupils and a capacity of 210, the school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can develop their physical, spiritual, and academic potential. The school's ethos is rooted in Catholic values, promoting respect, kindness, and moral integrity among students.

The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to encourage independent and collaborative learning, with a strong emphasis on personal development. The school provides exceptional support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all children receive the guidance they need to succeed. Recent Ofsted inspections have highlighted the school's caring atmosphere, exemplary behaviour among pupils, and the positive relationships fostered within the school community.

St Mary's prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming community, where parents are encouraged to engage and communicate with staff. The school aims to create a secure and enriching learning environment, preparing students to make positive contributions to their community and beyond.

Key details

LA
North Tyneside
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
198
Boys
99
Girls
99
FSM %
15.40
Open date
2021-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 198 99 99 210 15.40
2024-09-11 204 100 104 210 13.20
2023-09-11 222 108 114 210 11.60
2022-09-11 222 108 114 210 11.60
2021-09-11 210

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