St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gateshead community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joseph Wheatley, it falls under Gateshead local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9940th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 61 in Gateshead.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (67 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gateshead, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham 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 | Duckpool Lane, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead, NE16 4HB |
| Headteacher | Joseph Wheatley |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.8% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 May 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9940th of 13,686
Nationally
523rd of 677
In North East
49th of 61
In Gateshead
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
67 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Whickham
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Contact Information
Duckpool Lane, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Gateshead, NE16 4HB
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