St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham

URN: 149053 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE16 4HB

Overview

Name
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham
URN
149053
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
47.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joseph Wheatley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01914205828
Website
Visit
Address
Duckpool Lane, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE16 4HB

Summary

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located in Whickham, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender population of 189 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust and is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where each child can develop their unique talents. The school's ethos is rooted in its Catholic values, promoting respect, empathy, and resilience among students.

The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to provide outstanding learning opportunities, ensuring that academic performance aligns with local and national benchmarks. The dedicated staff focus on the holistic development of each pupil, encouraging them to grow into responsible and respectful individuals. The school also emphasizes the importance of community, acting as a living embodiment of the Church's values.

St Mary's maintains strong communication with parents through regular newsletters and updates on school events, fostering a collaborative relationship with families. The school also offers various extracurricular activities, including sports, to enhance students' overall development and well-being.

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
189
Boys
101
Girls
88
FSM %
5.80
Open date
2022-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 189 101 88 210 5.80
2024-09-11 198 101 97 210 6.10
2023-09-11 210
2022-09-11 210

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