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Grange First School Catchment Area

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

Grange First School is a foundation primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 321 pupils, and a capacity of 352 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–9

Age range

321

Pupils

352

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

Grange First School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Grange First 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: 91% 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 →

Grange First School — School Information

Full address
Norham Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 2NP
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Free school meals
20.2% of pupils
DfE URN
108444

Other Primary Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Grange First School

Is Grange First School oversubscribed?

Grange First School is operating close to its capacity of 352 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Grange First School?

Admission to Grange First 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 Grange First School cover?

Grange First School is a primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, serving pupils aged 3–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Grange First School?

Grange First School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.