Best 3 Primary schools in South Tyneside – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields (Primary) in South Shields; St Aloysius Catholic Junior School Academy (Primary) in Hebburn; St Aloysius Catholic Infant School, Hebburn (Primary) in Hebburn — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields, St Aloysius Catholic Junior School Academy and St Aloysius Catholic Infant School, Hebburn. They are primary phase and academy converter type located around South Shields, Tyne and Wear and Hebburn, Tyne and Wear. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 700, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–15–20%; all within the BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST trust.

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Attribute	St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields NE33 4PG	St Aloysius Catholic Junior School Academy NE31 1BQ	St Aloysius Catholic Infant School, Hebburn NE31 1RZ
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter
Location	South Shields Tyne and Wear NE33 4PG	Hebburn Tyne and Wear NE31 1BQ	Hebburn Tyne and Wear NE31 1RZ
Latest Ofsted	1 2 Jul 2024	1 18 Jan 2023	1 19 Feb 2019
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	210	240	180
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST	BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST	BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Website	www.stbedessouthshields.co.uk	www.st-aloysius.co.uk	—
Telephone	01914560108	01914832274	01914832274
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields

NE33 4PG

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: South Shields
Tyne and Wear
NE33 4PG
Ofsted: 1 2 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.stbedessouthshields.co.uk
Telephone: 01914560108

St Aloysius Catholic Junior School Academy

NE31 1BQ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Hebburn
Tyne and Wear
NE31 1BQ
Ofsted: 1 18 Jan 2023
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.st-aloysius.co.uk
Telephone: 01914832274

St Aloysius Catholic Infant School, Hebburn

NE31 1RZ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Hebburn
Tyne and Wear
NE31 1RZ
Ofsted: 1 19 Feb 2019
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Website: —
Telephone: 01914832274

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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