Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) — Primary School in South Shields

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Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)

South Shields, NE34 0TS

235 Pupils

210 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

69.30% FSM %

108 Boys

127 Girls

About Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)

Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) is an Academies for pupils aged 3–11 based in South Tyneside, North East. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 235 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Tina Murphy.

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 South Tyneside or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	South Tyneside
Region	North East
Administrative District	South Tyneside
Parliamentary Constituency	South Shields
Ward	Biddick and All Saints
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	HOLY TRINITY CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY (SOUTH SHIELDS) TRUST
Opened	01-08-2014
UKPRN	10046770
URN	141160
Data Last Updated	27-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (7)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Andrea Gedling	Chair of Local Governing Body	14/10/2022	13/10/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Julie Allan	Local Governor	01/01/2024	31/12/2028	Elected by school staff
Mrs Joan Gammon	Local Governor	01/03/2024	29/02/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Adam McMahon	Local Governor	19/11/2024	18/11/2028	Elected by school staff
Miss Elaine Middleton	Local Governor	01/03/2024	29/02/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Tina Murphy	Local Governor	01/09/2024	31/08/2028	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Reverend Mervyn Thompson	Local Governor	01/08/2014	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)

Schools Nearby

Biddick Hall Junior School

0.29 km • South Shields

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Monkton Infants' School

0.69 km • South Shields

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Biddick Hall Infants' School

0.79 km • South Shields

Other

SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields

0.83 km • South Shields

Other

Lord Blyton Primary School

0.87 km • South Shields

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Monkton Academy

0.95 km • South Shields

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)?

Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in South Shields, South Tyneside.

How many pupils does Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) have?

Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) has 235 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)?

Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) a faith school?

Yes, Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)?

The Headteacher at Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) is Ms Tina Murphy.

Where is Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) located?

Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) is at Brockley Avenue, South Shields, NE34 0TS, in the South Tyneside local authority, North East.

Does Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields): Does not have a sixth form.

Is Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) currently open?

Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields) is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Ms Tina Murphy

Brockley Avenue, South Shields, NE34 0TS

01914562413

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Quick Summary

URN 141160

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026