Admissions

September 2027 Reception admission deadline: 4:30pm on Friday 15 January

Join us at St. Mary’s, where every child will flourish.

Experience the difference of a school that truly cares about every child’s success.

Welcome to St. Mary’s

St. Mary’s is a one-form-entry Roman Catholic Primary School for children aged 4–11 in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear.

Our school is a happy place where the needs of every child are central to our philosophy. St. Mary’s is a family in which children are nurtured, encouraged, supported and challenged to reach their full potential in a safe and caring environment.

We are proud to be part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact the school and we will be delighted to welcome you.

Our governing body has responsibility for admissions to our school. The local authority undertakes the co-ordination of admission arrangements during the normal admission round for Reception entry in September.

Our Nursery Provision

Our nursery supports children from the age of two and offers flexible provision for local families.

Two-Year-Old Provision A caring and nurturing environment for our youngest children.
30-Hour Provision Extended nursery provision for eligible three and four-year-olds.
Wraparound Care Childcare is available from 8:00am until 6:00pm.

September Admissions

You will find our Admissions Policy below, with full information about our admissions process and criteria.

View the Admissions Policy
Read our admissions arrangements, criteria and supporting information.

Please contact the school office if you have any questions about the admission of your child into St. Mary’s. We know the admissions process can feel daunting, and we are more than happy to support you.

What We Offer

Our mission is for every child to flourish during their time with us, not only in their learning but also in their personal development and faith.

At St. Mary’s, FLOURISH represents the values that guide everything we do:

Faith
Love
Opportunities
Unity
Resilience
Integrity
Stewardship
Hope

These values shape a supportive, ambitious and nurturing environment where children are prepared for the next stage of their journey with confidence and purpose.

We are very proud of our school, our pupils and their successes. From the moment your child enters St. Mary’s, they will be nurtured and supported in their education and given the tools they need for the best possible start in life.

Come and Visit Us

We have scheduled open evenings in school. However, if you are unable to attend, please call the school office on 0191 489 8336 and we will be happy to arrange another opportunity for you to visit.

How to Apply

Please find the application form and information from South Tyneside Council below.

Step 1: Visit the South Tyneside Council primary school admissions page .
Step 2: Scroll down until you find the application button shown below. Select it and follow the instructions.
South Tyneside Council school admissions application button
Step 3: Continue reading the information until you reach the admissions portal. Log in or register for an account to access the application form.
South Tyneside Council admissions portal login and registration screen

Need a Hand?

We are here to support you. Contact the school to arrange an appointment, ask questions about admissions or receive help completing the relevant forms.

Call the school office on 0191 489 8336.