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St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley

Mitchell Street, Birtley, Chester le Street, DH3 1LU

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May 2015

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St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley, Chester le Street

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St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley

0.58 km away · Academy converter

Outstanding

Ravensworth Terrace Primary School

0.65 km away · Community school

Good

Birtley East Community Primary School

0.85 km away · Community school

Good

Portobello Primary School

1.43 km away · Community school

Good

Barley Mow Primary School

1.7 km away · Community school

Good

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About St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley

St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley is a primary school in Chester le Street, Gateshead. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). The school has around 66 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Mitchell Street, Chester le Street, DH3 1LU | More schools in Gateshead

Ofsted inspection history

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Oct 2024 — Standards maintained
May 2015 — Good (predecessor: St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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What is St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley's Ofsted rating?

St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

Where is St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley located?

St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley is a primary school in Chester le Street, Gateshead (DH3 1LU).

How many pupils attend St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley?

St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley has around 66 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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