St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley

URN: 148844 • Chester le Street DH3 2PN

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley
URN
148844
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
n/a
Ranking score
37.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Swaddle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01914102231
Website
Visit
Address
School Street, Chester le Street DH3 2PN

Summary

St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, located in Birtley, Gateshead, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender population of 97 pupils, with a capacity for 120. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of education in transforming lives and fostering personal development.

The curriculum at St Joseph's encompasses a broad range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, Religious Education, and the Arts, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development and well-being, offering various support services to cater to the diverse needs of its students.

St Joseph's is dedicated to creating a safe and happy learning environment, where children are encouraged to express their talents and interests. The school actively promotes community involvement and values the role of parents in the educational journey, aiming to prepare students for their future learning experiences.

Key details

LA
Gateshead
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BISHOP WILKINSON CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
120
Pupils
97
Boys
59
Girls
38
FSM %
29.90
Open date
2021-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 97 59 38 120 29.90
2024-09-11 93 48 45 120 34.40
2023-09-11 94 49 45 120 33.00
2022-09-11 94 49 45 120 33.00

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