St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle — Primary School in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 7HS

204 Pupils

210 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

34.80% FSM %

103 Boys

101 Girls

About St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle is a mixed-gender Academies located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, in the North East region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 204 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Leigh-anne Young.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Newcastle upon Tyne
Region	North East
Administrative District	Newcastle upon Tyne
Parliamentary Constituency	Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West
Ward	Benwell & Scotswood
Urban / Rural	Urban: 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
Trust / Sponsor	BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-04-2021
UKPRN	10087755
URN	148446
Data Last Updated	03-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (8)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Clare Casson	Chair of Local Governing Body	06/05/2021	05/05/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Claire Davies	Local Governor	01/06/2023	01/06/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Louise Fairless	Local Governor	24/11/2022	23/11/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Joanna Lompart-Chlasciak	Local Governor	01/09/2023	01/09/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Megan Nottingham	Local Governor	01/09/2023	01/09/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Tahir Rashid	Local Governor	09/06/2022	08/06/2026	Elected by parents
Father Paul Smith	Local Governor	01/09/2021	30/08/2025	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Leigh anne Young	Local Governor	01/01/2018	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle?

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne.

How many pupils does St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle have?

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle has 204 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle?

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle a faith school?

Yes, St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle?

The Headteacher at St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle is Ms Leigh-anne Young.

Where is St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle located?

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle is at Whickham View, Denton Burn, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 7HS, in the Newcastle upon Tyne local authority, North East.

Does St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle have a sixth form?

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

Is St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle currently open?

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Ms Leigh-anne Young

Whickham View, Denton Burn, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 7HS

01912743430

www.stbcps.co.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148446

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026