St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield — Primary School in Rowlands Gill

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St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield

Rowlands Gill, NE39 2JE

82 Pupils

105 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

26.80% FSM %

43 Boys

39 Girls

About St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 4–11 based in Gateshead, North East. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Roman Catholic character.

It has 82 pupils on roll. School capacity: 105. Current headteacher: Joanna Bircham.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Gateshead or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Gateshead
Region	North East
Administrative District	Gateshead
Parliamentary Constituency	Blaydon and Consett
Ward	Chopwell and Rowlands Gill
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	No Nursery Classes
Opened	01-01-1900
UKPRN	10074468
URN	108391
Data Last Updated	19-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (9)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Paul Bradley	Chair of Governors	07/10/2020	05/10/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Jacqueline Ridley	Governance Professional - Local Authority Maintained School	01/10/2020	—	N/A
Ms Joanna Bircham	Governor	01/09/2013	31/08/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Lindsay Burkinshaw	Governor	30/06/2023	29/06/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Joseph Haws	Governor	01/07/2022	30/06/2026	Elected by school staff
Mrs Allyson Thorpe	Governor	19/05/2023	18/05/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Father Adrian Tuckwell	Governor	11/12/2024	10/12/2028	Nominated by other body and appointed by GB
Dr Carys Watts	Governor	29/03/2023	28/03/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Rebecca Wensierska	Governor	10/11/2025	09/11/2029	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Highfield Community Primary School

0 km • Rowlands Gill

Other

Rowlands Gill Community Primary School

1.21 km • Rowlands Gill

Other

High Spen Primary School

1.92 km • Rowlands Gill

Other

Burnopfield Primary School

2.25 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor

3.35 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

Chopwell Primary School

3.78 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Rowlands Gill, Gateshead.

How many pupils does St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield have?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield has 82 pupils, with a capacity of 105.

What is the age range at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield a faith school?

Yes, St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield?

The Headteacher at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield is Ms Joanna Bircham.

Where is St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield located?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield is at Whinfield Way, Highfield, Rowlands Gill, NE39 2JE, in the Gateshead local authority, North East.

Does St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield currently open?

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Highfield is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Ms Joanna Bircham

Whinfield Way, Highfield, Rowlands Gill, NE39 2JE

01207545972

stjosephshighfield.org/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 108391

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026