Join Our School

A great start for your child.

St Hild’s C of E School is a small, caring and inclusive school where every child is known, supported and encouraged to thrive.

We offer small class sizes, engaging learning, and a strong sense of community that helps every child succeed.

Our small class approach gives each child more individual attention in calm classrooms. We have Reception places available for children starting school in September 2025.

Whether you are applying for a place for your child in Nursery or Reception or joining our free Stay & Play sessions, we would love to welcome you and show you our school in action.

St Hild’s C of E School is a new school in everything but nameCome and see the transformation for yourself and meet our new Headteacher and dedicated team.

Reception Places – September 2025

Join our caring and welcoming school community 

Our small class approach ensures that every child receives individualised attention and learns in a calm, nurturing environment.

We currently have Reception places available for children starting school in September 2025.

Why choose St Hild’s C of E School

  • Small classes in all year groups
  • Bespoke and engaging curriculum
  • Excellent outdoor space and outdoor learning
  • Strong pupil–teacher relationships
  • Highly regarded SEND support
  • Excellent outcomes

You are invited to an Open Morning or to take a tour of the school with our Headteacher, Mr Paul Martin See our pupils learning, meet our staff and discover how we give every child the best start to their education.

Stay and Play Sessions for 2, 3 and 4 year olds

Our free Stay & Play sessions are a fun and friendly way for young children to explore, play and build confidence in a safe early years environment.

For 2 Year Olds

  • Play and explore in a calm, nurturing space

  • Creative activities, stories and songs

  • Meet our Early Years staff

  • Connect with other local families

For 3 and 4 Year Olds

  • Experience our nursery and early years classrooms

  • Messy play, outdoor exploration and role play

  • Develop early language and social skills

Parents and carers can relax with refreshments, meet other families, chat with staff and learn about nursery and Reception places.

How to Apply 

Applications for Reception places are made through North Tyneside Council’s School Admissions Portal.

You can access the portal by clicking on the link below.

Parents are advised to check the Council’s website for deadline dates for Reception applications.

We are happy to support families throughout the application process and answer any questions they may have.  If you need help with an application, please get in touch with our School Office at 01429 273 041. We are always happy to help.

Admissions Process and Further Information 

NEAT Academy Trust is the admissions authority for St Peter’s C of E Primary School.

Applications for Reception to Year 6 places are managed by North Tyneside Council.
You can view full details, key dates and the appeals process on the council’s website.

Applications for the 2 year old provision and Nursery should be made to the school. Nursery places are allocated according to the Nursery Admissions Policy in the policies section of our website. 

For all information, visit our Admissions page.  It provides details of how places are allocated, including links to our  Admissions Policy and Nursery Admissions Policy.

Contact and Visit Us

St Peter’s C of E Primary School, North Terrace, Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, NE28 6PY

Call: 01429 273 041                    Email: sthilds.admin@neat.org.uk