St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon
115%
Capacity
241
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon
St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 241 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher J Craig, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 307th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 61 in Gateshead.
St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon include Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon 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 | Stella Lane, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Gateshead, NE21 4NE |
| Headteacher | J Craig |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 241 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.0% |
| School Capacity | 241 / 210 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
307th of 13,686
Nationally
16th of 677
In North East
1st of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
90%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School, Blaydon
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Stella Lane, Blaydon-on-Tyne
Gateshead, NE21 4NE
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