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Bridgewater Primary School Catchment Area

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

Bridgewater Primary School is a foundation primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 464 pupils, and a capacity of 472 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

464

Pupils

472

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Bridgewater Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Bridgewater Primary 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: 98% 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 →

Bridgewater Primary School — School Information

Full address
Bridgewater, Delaval Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 6NL
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
53.7% of pupils
DfE URN
108466

Other Primary Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Bridgewater Primary School

Is Bridgewater Primary School oversubscribed?

Bridgewater Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 472 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Bridgewater Primary School?

Admission to Bridgewater Primary 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 Bridgewater Primary School cover?

Bridgewater Primary School is a primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.