Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sean Woods, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5501st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 61 in Gateshead.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 22 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Byermoor, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead, NE16 6NU |
| Headteacher | Sean Woods |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.2% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5501st of 13,686
Nationally
290th of 677
In North East
28th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
67%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor
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Contact Information
Byermoor, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Gateshead, NE16 6NU
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