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Jarrow School Catchment Area

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

Jarrow School is a foundation secondary school in Jarrow, South Tyneside , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 836 pupils, and a capacity of 859 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

836

Pupils

859

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Jarrow School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Jarrow School are allocated by South Tyneside using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 South Tyneside before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find South Tyneside catchment area documents →

Jarrow School — School Information

Full address
Field Terrace, Jarrow, NE32 5PR
Local authority
South Tyneside
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
40.4% of pupils
DfE URN
133725

Frequently Asked Questions — Jarrow School

Is Jarrow School oversubscribed?

Jarrow School is operating close to its capacity of 859 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Jarrow School?

Admission to Jarrow School is managed by South Tyneside. 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 Jarrow School cover?

Jarrow School is a secondary school in Jarrow, South Tyneside, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Jarrow School?

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