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St Mary's Catholic Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Jarrow, South Tyneside , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 275 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

275

Pupils

210

Capacity

131%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Mary's Catholic Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's Catholic Primary School is managed by South Tyneside and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 275 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by South Tyneside before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School — School Information

Full address
Ayr Drive, Jarrow, NE32 4AW
Local authority
South Tyneside
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Catholic
Free school meals
41.8% of pupils
DfE URN
147102

Other Primary Schools in Jarrow

If St Mary's Catholic Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Jarrow are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Is St Mary's Catholic Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Mary's Catholic Primary School currently has 275 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Mary's Catholic Primary School?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by South Tyneside before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Mary's Catholic Primary School cover?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Jarrow, South Tyneside, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Mary's Catholic Primary School?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.