St Bede's Catholic Academy
121%
Capacity
228
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Bede's Catholic Academy
St Bede's Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 189 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Bede's Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bernadette Rizzie-Allan (Executive Head), it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4113th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
St Bede's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Bede's Catholic Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, St Bede's Catholic Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Green Lane, Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 0DW |
| Headteacher | Bernadette Rizzie-Allan (Executive Head) |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.9% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 189 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4113th of 13,686
Nationally
220th of 677
In North East
23rd of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
70%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bede's Catholic Academy
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Contact Information
Green Lane, Stockton-on-Tees
Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 0DW
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