Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead

Cardinal Hume Catholic School, situated on Old Durham Road in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, is an academy converter offering secondary education for students aged 11 to 18. With an enrolment of approximately 1,496 students, the school slightly exceeds its capacity of 1,465, serving a diverse urban community. The school has a mixed-gender demographic comprising 772 boys and 724 girls. As a Roman Catholic institution, it integrates faith with education, fostering a spiritually enriched environment. The school is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Trust, which enhances its community engagement and resources. Notably, the school has achieved an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and student development. The school benefits from its vibrant urban setting, providing students with numerous cultural and social learning opportunities.