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Ponteland Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ponteland Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Northumberland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 474 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

474

Pupils

420

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Ponteland Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ponteland Primary 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 474 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 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 Primary School — School Information

Full address
Callerton Lane, Ponteland, NE20 9EG
Local authority
Northumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
7.4% of pupils
DfE URN
145780

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If Ponteland Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ponteland Primary School

Is Ponteland Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ponteland Primary School currently has 474 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ponteland Primary School?

Admission to Ponteland Primary 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 Primary School cover?

Ponteland Primary School is a primary school in Northumberland, 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 Ponteland Primary School?

Ponteland Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.