St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope

About St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Westerhope

St Mark's is a thriving, successful Catholic school on the edge of Westerhope and Newbiggin Hall in Newcastle upon Tyne. We provide a broad and exciting education for children aged three to eleven and aim to provide a welcoming, learning community where your child can flourish.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Kate McKenna

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

10.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

68.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W

Parent Sep 10, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school, caring community!"

My child is thriving at St Mark's. The teachers are kind, dedicated, and passionate about their subjects. The Catholic values are woven throughout the curriculum, and the prayer life at the school is a beautiful experience. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca P

Parent Mar 15, 2022

4.0

"Nice school, but some areas for improvement"

We have been pleased with the education and care that our child has received at St Mark's. However, we feel that the school could do more to communicate with parents about their child's progress and involve them in the learning process. Overall, a good school, but room for improvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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James B

Parent Jun 20, 2021

5.0

"Excellent education and values"

My child attended St Mark's for several years and had a fantastic experience. The school provides a well-rounded education, and the emphasis on Catholic values and prayer life helped shape her into a confident and compassionate young person. I would highly recommend the school.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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