St Marys Catholic Primary School, Forest Hall
URN: 148980 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 7AB
Overview
- Name
- St Marys Catholic Primary School, Forest Hall
- URN
- 148980
- 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
- 45.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Siobhan Foster (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01918142006
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Great Lime Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 7AB
Summary
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, located in Forest Hall, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 194 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values, aiming to foster the holistic development of each child. The mission statement, "Living, learning and caring together with God beside us," reflects the school's dedication to creating a supportive community where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their potential.
The curriculum at St Mary’s is designed to be creative and stimulating, promoting independent learning and the development of positive attitudes. The school emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth and understanding of the Catholic faith, while also celebrating diversity and fostering respect for different beliefs and cultures.
In addition to academic excellence, St Mary’s prioritises the promotion of British values, including democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect. These principles are integrated into the school's ethos and taught through various subjects, ensuring that students not only excel academically but also grow as responsible and respectful members of society.
The curriculum at St Mary’s is designed to be creative and stimulating, promoting independent learning and the development of positive attitudes. The school emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth and understanding of the Catholic faith, while also celebrating diversity and fostering respect for different beliefs and cultures.
In addition to academic excellence, St Mary’s prioritises the promotion of British values, including democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect. These principles are integrated into the school's ethos and taught through various subjects, ensuring that students not only excel academically but also grow as responsible and respectful members of society.
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Nearby alternatives
- Front Street Community Primary School (78.9)
- West Jesmond Primary School (76.6)
- Cragside Primary School (76.5)
- Benton Park Primary School (76.2)
- Archibald First School (75.2)
Key details
- LA
- North Tyneside
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 194
- Boys
- 96
- Girls
- 98
- FSM %
- 13.40
- Open date
- 2022-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 194 | 96 | 98 | 210 | 13.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 203 | 100 | 103 | 210 | 13.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 210 |
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