St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend
90%
Capacity
190
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend
St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Steinmetz, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11982nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 38 in North Tyneside.
St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 21 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 64% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend include Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend 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 | Station Road, Wallsend, North Tyneside, NE28 8EN |
| Headteacher | Rachel Steinmetz |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.2% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 210 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 16 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
11982nd of 13,686
Nationally
609th of 677
In North East
34th of 38
In North Tyneside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
30
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend
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Contact Information
Station Road, Wallsend
North Tyneside, NE28 8EN
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