St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn
82%
Capacity
172
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn
St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the South Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 172 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn "Good", the school is led by headteacher Francesca Heslop, 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 8916th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 37 in South Tyneside.
St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 12 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (53 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Tyneside, St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn 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 | Solway Road, HEBBURN, South Tyneside, NE31 2BP |
| Headteacher | Francesca Heslop |
| Local Authority | South Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 172 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 172 / 210 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8916th of 13,686
Nationally
463rd of 677
In North East
28th 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
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
53 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
49
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn
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Contact Information
Solway Road, HEBBURN
South Tyneside, NE31 2BP
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