St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley
81%
Capacity
97
Pupils
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Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 97 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 120 places).
the school is led by headteacher Kate Swaddle, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 865th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 61 in Gateshead.
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (26 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 Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | School Street, Chester le Street, Gateshead, DH3 2PN |
| Headteacher | Kate Swaddle |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.9% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 120 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
865th of 13,686
Nationally
39th of 677
In North East
5th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
84%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley
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Contact Information
School Street, Chester le Street
Gateshead, DH3 2PN
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