St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn
Solway Road, Hebburn, NE31 2BPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn is a primary school in Hebburn for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 62 schools in South Tyneside. It ranks 11th of 38 primary schools in South Tyneside. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 21 November 2012, report published 13 December 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 22 October 2024
Pupils are proud of what they achieve at this close-knit and friendly school. Staff have high expectations for pupils' academic success. Many pupils rise to this challenge and achieve well. Pupils at the school are kind and caring. They celebrate one another's achievements and behave well. There are many leadership opportunities for pupils, such as curriculum ambassadors, reading buddies and school councillors. Pupils make a positive difference to the school and wider community. Staff know pupils and their families well. Pupils feel safe and have an adult they can talk to if something worries them. The school ensures that all pupils experience a wide range of opportunities beyond the classroom. These include trips to art galleries, places of worship, museums and a local care home to support residents. Through these opportunities, pupils understand and appreciate those who are different from themselves. From joining the school, children in the early years enjoy a creative and ambitious curriculum. Staff establish clear routines so that children are ready for their next stage in education. Older pupils benefit from this strong start at school and grow into confident, resilient and imaginative young adults.
What the school should improve
- Implementation of the curriculum is variable across the school. Staff do not always adapt learning well to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND. This means that some pupils do not learn the curriculum as well as they might. The school should ensure that staff understand how to implement the curriculum effectively for all groups of pupils.
- Some staff do not check what pupils know and can do before moving on to new learning. For some younger pupils, gaps in knowledge and skills have developed over time. The school should ensure that all staff check pupils' understanding before moving on to new learning so that any gaps are quickly identified and addressed.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
160 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hebburn Lakes Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 31% met the expected standard |
| Bede Burn Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 54% met the expected standard |
| Toner Avenue Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow | 0.7 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 48% met the expected standard |
| Valley View Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 70% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- BISHOP CHADWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Francesca Heslop
- Phone
- 01914832672
- Address
- Solway Road, Hebburn, NE31 2BP
- Local authority
- South Tyneside
- URN
- 148778
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.