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New Hartley First School Catchment Area

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

New Hartley First School is a community primary school in Whitley Bay, Northumberland , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 169 pupils, and a capacity of 176 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–9

Age range

169

Pupils

176

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2010

New Hartley First School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for New Hartley First 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: 96% 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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New Hartley First School — School Information

Full address
New Hartley, Whitley Bay, NE25 0RD
Local authority
Northumberland
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Free school meals
14.2% of pupils
DfE URN
122224

Other Primary Schools in Whitley Bay

If New Hartley First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Whitley Bay are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — New Hartley First School

Is New Hartley First School oversubscribed?

New Hartley First School is operating close to its capacity of 176 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for New Hartley First School?

Admission to New Hartley First 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 New Hartley First School cover?

New Hartley First School is a primary school in Whitley Bay, Northumberland, 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 New Hartley First School?

New Hartley First School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2010. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.