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Ashley Academy Catchment Area

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

Ashley Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in South Shields, South Tyneside , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 406 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

406

Pupils

420

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Inadequate

Ofsted 2021

Ashley Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ashley Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with South Tyneside. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 South Tyneside before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find South Tyneside catchment area documents →

Ashley Academy — School Information

Full address
Temple Park Road, South Shields, NE34 0QA
Local authority
South Tyneside
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
42.6% of pupils
DfE URN
149321

Other Primary Schools in South Shields

If Ashley Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in South Shields are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ashley Academy

Is Ashley Academy oversubscribed?

Ashley Academy is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ashley Academy?

Admission to Ashley Academy is managed by South Tyneside. 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 Ashley Academy cover?

Ashley Academy is a primary school in South Shields, South Tyneside, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ashley Academy?

Ashley Academy was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.