Bede Burn Primary School
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Bede Burn Primary School
Bede Burn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Bede Burn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Smith, it falls under South Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8601st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 37 in South Tyneside.
Bede Burn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 27 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bede Burn Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Science Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, Bede Burn Primary School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dene Terrace, Jarrow, South Tyneside, NE32 5NJ |
| Headteacher | Helen Smith |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8601st of 13,686
Nationally
444th of 677
In North East
25th of 37
In South Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dene Terrace, Jarrow
South Tyneside, NE32 5NJ
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