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Archibald First School Catchment Area

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

Archibald First School is a foundation primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 331 pupils, and a capacity of 352 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–9

Age range

331

Pupils

352

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2015

Archibald First School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Archibald First School is set by Newcastle upon Tyne and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 94% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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

Find Newcastle upon Tyne catchment area documents →

Archibald First School — School Information

Full address
Archibald Street, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 1EB
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Free school meals
7.5% of pupils
DfE URN
108438

Other Primary Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

If Archibald First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Archibald First School

Is Archibald First School oversubscribed?

Archibald First School is operating close to its capacity of 352 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Archibald First School?

Admission to Archibald First School is managed by Newcastle upon Tyne. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Archibald First School cover?

Archibald First School is a primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, serving pupils aged 3–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Archibald First School?

Archibald First School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.