St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall — Primary School in Hartlepool

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall

Hartlepool, TS27 4HE

65 Pupils

94 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

32.30% FSM %

31 Boys

34 Girls

About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall is a Primary Academies serving Hartlepool and the surrounding area in County Durham with a Roman Catholic character. The school for pupils aged 3–11 is part of the North East region.

It has 65 pupils on roll. School capacity: 94. Current headteacher: L Ashton.

Information on St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall is sourced from the DfE GIAS database, the authoritative register of all schools and educational establishments in England.

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	Easington
Ward	Blackhalls & Hesledens
Urban / Rural	Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-10-2021
UKPRN	10089244
URN	148789
Data Last Updated	10-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Paul Francis	Chair of Local Governing Body	31/01/2024	21/10/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Clare Sutherland	Chair of Local Governing Body	22/10/2025	01/09/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Lisa Ashton	Local Governor	01/10/2021	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Jane Dent	Local Governor	30/11/2023	29/11/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Paul Francis	Local Governor	22/10/2025	08/02/2027	Appointed by academy members
Mrs Sarah Henery	Local Governor	04/11/2024	03/11/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Hayley Hood	Local Governor	08/11/2021	27/03/2025	Elected by parents
Mr Kevin Monaghan	Local Governor	09/03/2026	08/03/2030	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Lucy Robinson	Local Governor	09/10/2025	08/10/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Clare Sutherland	Local Governor	02/09/2024	21/10/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Gemma Wright	Local Governor	17/11/2025	16/11/2029	Elected by school staff

Schools Nearby

Blackhall Primary School

0.4 km • Hartlepool

Other

Horden Nursery School

1.8 km • Peterlee

Other

Hesleden Primary School

1.91 km • Hartlepool

Other

Yohden Primary School

2.03 km • Peterlee

Other

Cotsford Primary School

2.26 km • Peterlee

Other

Dene House Primary School

2.31 km • Peterlee

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Hartlepool, County Durham.

How many pupils does St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall have?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall has 65 pupils, with a capacity of 94.

What is the age range at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall a faith school?

Yes, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall?

The Headteacher at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall is Mrs L Ashton.

Where is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall located?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall is at Coast Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool, TS27 4HE, in the County Durham local authority, North East.

Does St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall currently open?

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blackhall is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs L Ashton

Coast Road, Blackhall Colliery, Hartlepool, TS27 4HE

01915864308

www.st-josephsrc-pri.durham.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148789

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026