St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields — Primary School in South Shields

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St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields

South Shields, NE34 6DZ

195 Pupils

236 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

7.20% FSM %

101 Boys

94 Girls

About St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields is an Academies for pupils aged 4–11 based in South Tyneside, North East. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Roman Catholic character.

It has 195 pupils on roll. School capacity: 236. Current headteacher: Emma Shaughnessy.

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	Horsley Hill
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 CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-04-2022
UKPRN	10090207
URN	149034
Data Last Updated	18-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (10)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Paul Scott	Chair of Local Governing Body	06/04/2022	05/04/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Samantha Blackwood	Local Governor	01/04/2022	31/12/2025	Elected by school staff
Mrs Natalie Hall	Local Governor	01/04/2022	31/03/2026	Elected by parents
Mrs Emma Little	Local Governor	06/04/2022	05/04/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Nadia McSheffrey	Local Governor	06/04/2022	05/04/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs LISA MULHOLLAND	Local Governor	18/03/2026	17/03/2030	Elected by parents
Mr Andrew Peel	Local Governor	06/04/2022	05/04/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Michael Puech	Local Governor	29/04/2022	28/04/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Miss Emma Shaughnessy	Local Governor	01/01/2024	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Miss Tracey Watson	Local Governor	05/01/2026	04/01/2030	Elected by school staff

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Bamburgh School

0.45 km • South Shields

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0.53 km • South Shields

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0.66 km • South Shields

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Harton Primary School

0.68 km • South Shields

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1.09 km • South Shields

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields?

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

How many pupils does St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields have?

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields has 195 pupils, with a capacity of 236.

What is the age range at St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields?

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields a faith school?

Yes, St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields?

The Headteacher at St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields is Miss Emma Shaughnessy.

Where is St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields located?

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields is at Harton House Road East, South Shields, NE34 6DZ, in the South Tyneside local authority, North East.

Does St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields currently open?

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Miss Emma Shaughnessy

Harton House Road East, South Shields, NE34 6DZ

01914552909

www.st-gregorys.co.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 149034

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026