St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leigh-anne Young, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11110th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 55 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Primary School, Newcastle include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle 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 | Whickham View, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 7HS |
| Headteacher | Leigh-anne Young |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.8% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11110th of 13,686
Nationally
562nd of 677
In North East
47th of 55
In Newcastle upon Tyne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
48%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% 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 Primary School, Newcastle
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Contact Information
Whickham View, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 7HS
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