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Burnopfield Primary School Catchment Area

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

Burnopfield Primary School is a community primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 368 pupils, and a capacity of 400 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

368

Pupils

400

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Burnopfield Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Burnopfield Primary School is set by County Durham and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% 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 County Durham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find County Durham catchment area documents →

Burnopfield Primary School — School Information

Full address
Front Street, Burnopfield, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE16 6PT
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
19.4% of pupils
DfE URN
114035

Other Primary Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Burnopfield Primary School

Is Burnopfield Primary School oversubscribed?

Burnopfield Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 400 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Burnopfield Primary School?

Admission to Burnopfield Primary School is managed by County Durham. 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 Burnopfield Primary School cover?

Burnopfield Primary School is a primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, County Durham, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Burnopfield Primary School?

Burnopfield Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.