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Ponteland High School Catchment Area

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

Ponteland High School is a academy converter secondary school in Ponteland, Northumberland , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1543 pupils, and a capacity of 1600 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,543

Pupils

1,600

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Ponteland High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ponteland High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Northumberland. 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: 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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Ponteland High School — School Information

Full address
The Crescent, Callerton Lane, Ponteland, NE20 9EG
Local authority
Northumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
12.1% of pupils
DfE URN
145783

Frequently Asked Questions — Ponteland High School

Is Ponteland High School oversubscribed?

Ponteland High School is operating close to its capacity of 1600 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ponteland High School?

Admission to Ponteland High 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 Ponteland High School cover?

Ponteland High School is a secondary school in Ponteland, Northumberland, 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 Ponteland High School?

Ponteland High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.