West Boldon Primary School
Community primary school in Boldon (South Tyneside).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
back!! We hope youve enjoyed a relaxing summer break. Were excited to welcome you back for another amazing year, full of learning and opportunities for everyone to dive into! We are looking for everyone to achieve their best this year and we are here to support all the children to achieve that.
This doesnt always mean in purely academic ways, it may be about becoming the best gymnast you can become, the most creative artist or just becoming the best friend to someone. We understand that some of you might be feeling a bit nervous about coming back (both children and parents) thats totally normal and okay.
6 weeks is a long time to be off but as a school community we are all here to help and support. Just ask. To our parents and carers, you are a crucial part of our school, our staff couldnt do what they do without you, thank you so much. We are going to have a fab year. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
3 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Numbots
- Reading Plus
- Commando Joe's
Awards
5 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Basic Skills Quality MarkLiteracy and numeracy
- Eco SchoolsEnvironment
- Inclusion Quality MarkInclusion
- UNICEF Rights Respecting SchoolsChildren's rights
- Stonewall School ChampionLGBT+ inclusion
Key facts
- URN
- 108701
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- Has Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- South Tyneside
- Constituency
- Jarrow and Gateshead East
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (11 current, 0 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Sara-Joy Brown | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Stephen McCormack | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr Simon Oliver | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mr Neale Thompson | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Ms Leah Newman | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Elizabeth Hay | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Graeme Stobbs | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Dionne Steadman | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Sharon Ridley | Governance Professional - Local Authority Maintained SchoolGovernance professional | since 2024 · until 2028 | |
| Miss Rebecca Swales | Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Linsey Garr | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2018 · until 2029 |
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