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Newstead Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Newstead Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Stoke-on-Trent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 430 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

430

Pupils

420

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Newstead Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Newstead Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Stoke-on-Trent. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 430 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Stoke-on-Trent 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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Newstead Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Waterside Drive, Blurton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 3LQ
Local authority
Stoke-on-Trent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
44.9% of pupils
DfE URN
140285

Other Primary Schools in Stoke-on-Trent

If Newstead Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Newstead Primary Academy

Is Newstead Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Newstead Primary Academy currently has 430 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Newstead Primary Academy?

Admission to Newstead Primary Academy is managed by Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Newstead Primary Academy cover?

Newstead Primary Academy is a primary school in Stoke-on-Trent, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Newstead Primary Academy?

Newstead Primary Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.