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Bahr Academy Catchment Area

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

Bahr Academy is a other independent not applicable school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 30 pupils, and a capacity of 30 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

30

Pupils

30

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Bahr Academy Catchment Area Information

Entry to Bahr Academy is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Newcastle upon Tyne may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 30 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 30 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Newcastle upon Tyne before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Bahr Academy — School Information

Full address
72 Sceptre Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE4 6PR
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Gender
Girls
Religious character
Sunni Deobandi
Admissions policy
Selective
DfE URN
136258

Other Not applicable Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

If Bahr Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bahr Academy

Is Bahr Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Bahr Academy currently has 30 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 30 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Bahr Academy?

Bahr Academy is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Newcastle upon Tyne publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Bahr Academy cover?

Bahr Academy is a not applicable school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.