St Bernadette's Catholic Primary, Wallsend

URN: 148815 • Wallsend NE28 9JW

Overview

Name
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary, Wallsend
URN
148815
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
62.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Laura Fallon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01916433400
Website
Visit
Address
Rising Sun Cottages, Wallsend NE28 9JW

Summary

St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, located in Wallsend, North Tyneside, is an academy converter with a mixed-gender enrollment of 313 pupils, close to its capacity of 315. The school is part of the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust and is committed to providing a Catholic education that prioritises the teachings of the Gospel. The school’s mission is to foster a thriving community where children are encouraged to reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment.

The curriculum at St. Bernadette's is designed to challenge students academically while also promoting spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development. The school places a strong emphasis on partnership with parents and carers, offering regular updates through the 'Bernadette's Blog', termly reports, and various engagement events. This collaborative approach aims to keep families informed and involved in their children's education.

St. Bernadette's actively promotes British values, including democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect, through its taught curriculum and school activities. The school encourages students to express their views and participate in decision-making processes, fostering a sense of responsibility and community involvement.

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
315
Pupils
313
Boys
173
Girls
140
FSM %
15.90
Open date
2021-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 313 173 140 315 15.90
2024-09-11 318 171 147 315 16.00
2023-09-11 313 169 144 315 15.40
2022-09-11 313 169 144 315 15.40

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