St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead

URN: 148604 • Gateshead NE8 1LR

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead
URN
148604
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
52.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sonia Fraser (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01914901517
Website
Visit
Address
Prince Consort Road, Gateshead NE8 1LR

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Gateshead is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender student body of 178 pupils, with a capacity for 210. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust and is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where each child is valued and supported. The ethos of the school is rooted in the teachings of the Gospel, promoting values of respect, tolerance, and community.

The curriculum at St Joseph's aims to provide a strong academic foundation while also focusing on the development of key life skills such as creativity, resilience, and problem-solving. The school encourages a holistic approach to education, ensuring that children are supported academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually, preparing them for future learning stages.

St Joseph's actively engages with parents and the wider community, providing regular updates through newsletters and social media. The school emphasizes collaboration with families and local parishes, fostering a sense of belonging and support that extends beyond the classroom.

Key details

LA
Gateshead
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
178
Boys
79
Girls
99
FSM %
38.80
Open date
2021-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 178 79 99 210 38.80
2024-09-11 191 89 102 210 41.40
2023-09-11 198 90 108 210 38.40
2022-09-11 198 90 108 210 38.40
2021-09-11 210

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