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Hempstalls Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hempstalls Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Newcastle, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 419 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

419

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Hempstalls Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hempstalls Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 100% 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 Staffordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Staffordshire catchment area documents →

Hempstalls Primary School — School Information

Full address
Collard Avenue, Cross Heath, Newcastle, ST5 9LH
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
26.5% of pupils
DfE URN
142843

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hempstalls Primary School

Is Hempstalls Primary School oversubscribed?

Hempstalls Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hempstalls Primary School?

Admission to Hempstalls Primary School is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Hempstalls Primary School cover?

Hempstalls Primary School is a primary school in Newcastle, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.