SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields

URN: 148606 • South Shields NE33 4RH

Overview

Name
SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields
URN
148606
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Maria Butt (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01914552862
Website
Visit
Address
Olive Street, South Shields NE33 4RH

Summary

SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School in South Shields is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 239 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is part of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, which encompasses thirty schools across the North-East, fostering a strong community ethos. The school aims to create a nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported.

The curriculum at SS Peter and Paul is designed to promote academic achievement while also encouraging personal development and teamwork. Recent activities, such as a residential trip, highlight the school's commitment to experiential learning and building strong relationships among students. The school also provides resources and activities to support families, particularly during key periods like Lent and Easter.

In addition to academic support, SS Peter and Paul prioritises communication with parents, offering both telephone and face-to-face meetings to discuss student progress. The school actively engages with the community, ensuring that it remains a central part of the lives of its families and local residents.

Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
239
Boys
135
Girls
104
FSM %
39.30
Open date
2021-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 239 135 104 210 39.30
2024-09-11 235 132 103 210 38.10
2023-09-11 227 133 94 210 41.00
2022-09-11 227 133 94 210 41.00
2021-09-11 210

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