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Kingsmeadow Community School Catchment Area

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

Kingsmeadow Community School is a community secondary school in Gateshead , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 911 pupils, and a capacity of 975 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

911

Pupils

975

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

Kingsmeadow Community School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Kingsmeadow Community School are allocated by Gateshead 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: 93% 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 Gateshead before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Gateshead catchment area documents →

Kingsmeadow Community School — School Information

Full address
Market Lane, Dunston, Gateshead, NE11 9NX
Local authority
Gateshead
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
47% of pupils
DfE URN
108410

Other Secondary Schools in Gateshead

If Kingsmeadow Community School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Gateshead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kingsmeadow Community School

Is Kingsmeadow Community School oversubscribed?

Kingsmeadow Community School is operating close to its capacity of 975 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Kingsmeadow Community School?

Admission to Kingsmeadow Community School is managed by Gateshead. 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 Kingsmeadow Community School cover?

Kingsmeadow Community School is a secondary school in Gateshead, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Kingsmeadow Community School?

Kingsmeadow Community School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.