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Burnside Primary School Catchment Area

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

Burnside Primary School is a community primary school in Cramlington, Northumberland , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 474 pupils, and a capacity of 518 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

474

Pupils

518

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Burnside Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Burnside Primary School is set by Northumberland 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 Northumberland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Burnside Primary School — School Information

Full address
Northumbrian Road, Cramlington, NE23 1XZ
Local authority
Northumberland
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
7.7% of pupils
DfE URN
122266

Other Primary Schools in Cramlington

If Burnside Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Cramlington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Burnside Primary School

Is Burnside Primary School oversubscribed?

Burnside Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 518 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Burnside Primary School?

Admission to Burnside Primary School is managed by Northumberland. 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 Burnside Primary School cover?

Burnside Primary School is a primary school in Cramlington, Northumberland, 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 Burnside Primary School?

Burnside Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.