St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats — Primary School in North Shields

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats

North Shields, NE30 3EY

198 Pupils

210 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

15.40% FSM %

99 Boys

99 Girls

About St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats is a mixed-gender Academies located in North Shields, North Tyneside, in the North East region of England for pupils aged 3–11 with a Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 198 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Colette Bland.

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	North Tyneside
Region	North East
Administrative District	North Tyneside
Parliamentary Constituency	Tynemouth
Ward	Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South
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	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-08-2021
UKPRN	10087732
URN	148450
Data Last Updated	01-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (9)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Caroline McLean	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/08/2025	31/07/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Frances Anderson	Local Governor	01/01/2024	31/12/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Katharine Andrieux	Local Governor	01/08/2021	31/07/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Colette Bland	Local Governor	01/08/2025	31/07/2029	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Rory Deane	Local Governor	12/10/2024	11/10/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Suzanne Lewis-Dale	Local Governor	01/08/2025	31/07/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Joanne MacDonald	Local Governor	01/08/2025	31/07/2029	Elected by school staff
Mr Andri Robertsson	Local Governor	23/04/2024	22/04/2028	Elected by parents
Fr Martin Stempcczyk	Local Governor	01/08/2021	31/07/2025	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)

Schools Nearby

Monkhouse Primary School

0.64 km • North Shields

Other

Marden High School

0.68 km • North Shields

Other

Marden Bridge Middle School

0.81 km • Whitley Bay

Other

Cullercoats Primary School

0.94 km • North Shields

Other

Southlands School

0.95 km • North Shields

Other

Monkseaton High School

0.99 km • Whitley Bay

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in North Shields, North Tyneside.

How many pupils does St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats have?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats has 198 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats a faith school?

Yes, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats?

The Headteacher at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats is Mrs Colette Bland.

Where is St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats located?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats is at Farringdon Road, Cullercoats, North Shields, NE30 3EY, in the North Tyneside local authority, North East.

Does St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats have a sixth form?

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

Is St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats currently open?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Cullercoats is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Colette Bland

Farringdon Road, Cullercoats, North Shields, NE30 3EY

01912518080

www.stmarysonline.co.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148450

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026