St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park — Primary School in Bishop Auckland

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St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park

Bishop Auckland, DL14 0EP

68 Pupils

98 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

30.90% FSM %

41 Boys

27 Girls

About St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park

Located in Bishop Auckland (DL14 0EP), St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park is a mixed-gender Primary school for pupils aged 3–11 with a Catholic character, classified as Academies and situated within the local authority of County Durham.

It has 68 pupils on roll. School capacity: 98. Current headteacher: Jenna Ellison.

Data for St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park comes from the Department for Education's official establishment register. For the most up-to-date admissions or contact details, visit the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	County Durham
Region	North East
Administrative District	County Durham
Parliamentary Constituency	Bishop Auckland
Ward	West Auckland
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	BISHOP HOGARTH CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-12-2020
UKPRN	10087340
URN	148281
Data Last Updated	14-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (8)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Simon Jackson	Chair of Local Governing Body	25/09/2025	24/09/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Dianne Chew	Local Governor	27/05/2021	26/05/2025	Elected by parents
Mrs Dianne Chew	Local Governor	02/07/2025	01/07/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Rev David Coxon	Local Governor	11/06/2025	10/06/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Jenna Ellison	Local Governor	04/01/2023	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Charlotte Hill	Local Governor	08/10/2025	07/10/2029	Elected by parents
Mr Richard Laws	Local Governor	19/01/2024	18/01/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Emma Maitland	Local Governor	30/11/2023	29/11/2027	Elected by school staff

Schools Nearby

Escomb Primary School

1.54 km • Bishop Auckland

Other

Toft Hill Primary School

1.68 km • Bishop Auckland

Other

Bishop Auckland College

2.91 km • Bishop Auckland

Other

Witton-le-Wear Primary School

3.04 km • Bishop Auckland

Other

St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College

3.15 km • Bishop Auckland

Other

Bishop Barrington Academy

3.15 km • Bishop Auckland

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park?

St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Bishop Auckland, County Durham.

How many pupils does St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park have?

St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park has 68 pupils, with a capacity of 98.

What is the age range at St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park?

St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park a faith school?

Yes, St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park has a Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park?

The Headteacher at St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park is Miss Jenna Ellison.

Where is St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park located?

St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park is at The Baltic, Witton Park, Bishop Auckland, DL14 0EP, in the County Durham local authority, North East.

Does St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park currently open?

St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Miss Jenna Ellison

The Baltic, Witton Park, Bishop Auckland, DL14 0EP

01388603632

stchads.bhcet.org.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148281

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026