# St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow — Jarrow, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.5/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Founded:** 1954
- **Principal:** Mrs Eve Alderson

## Contact

- **Address:** Alnwick Grove, Jarrow, NE32 5YT
- **Phone:** 0191 489 8355
- **Website:** https://stmatthewsjarrow.co.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/jarrow/st-matthews-catholic-primary-school-jarrow-22265

## About

Welcome to our happy school, where everyone is valued and given the opportunity to 'let their light shine.' With Jesus in our hearts, we encourage love and respect for all. We strive to reach our goals, as we learn, and grow, in a safe and enjoyable environment.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Jul 2012
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Outstanding — Jul 2012

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Friendly and welcoming school community: Our child has been at St Matthew's for a few years now, and we have always felt welcome as a family. The teachers are approachable and the school's mission statement really resonates with us. *(Mar 2023)*
- **4/5** — Mixed experience but some great aspects: Our child has had a positive experience at St Matthew's, but we have had some issues with communication between teachers and parents. That being said, the school's approach to learning is engaging and the staff are generally supportive. *(Jan 2023)*
- **5/5** — Wonderful school that nurtures children's values: We have been so grateful to have our children attend St Matthew's Catholic Primary School. The values they teach, such as kindness and respect, really shine through in the children. The facilities are also fantastic, especially the playground! *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — Good school with a lot to offer: We were impressed with the school's Catholic ethos and the fact that they put on events like the Epiphany celebration. The children seem happy and engaged in their learning. *(Feb 2022)*

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