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River Tyne Academy Gateshead Catchment Area

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

River Tyne Academy Gateshead is a academy alternative provision sponsor led not applicable school in Gateshead , serving pupils aged 8–16, with 110 pupils, and a capacity of 103 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

8–16

Age range

110

Pupils

103

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

River Tyne Academy Gateshead Catchment Area Information

As an academy, River Tyne Academy Gateshead sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Gateshead. 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: 110 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 103 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 Gateshead 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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River Tyne Academy Gateshead — School Information

Full address
Millway Centre, Sheriff Hill, Gateshead, NE9 5PQ
Local authority
Gateshead
School type
Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
8–16 years
Free school meals
67.3% of pupils
DfE URN
144352

Other Not applicable Schools in Gateshead

If River Tyne Academy Gateshead is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Gateshead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — River Tyne Academy Gateshead

Is River Tyne Academy Gateshead oversubscribed?

Yes — River Tyne Academy Gateshead currently has 110 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 103 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for River Tyne Academy Gateshead?

Admission to River Tyne Academy Gateshead 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 River Tyne Academy Gateshead cover?

River Tyne Academy Gateshead is a not applicable school in Gateshead, serving pupils aged 8–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for River Tyne Academy Gateshead?

River Tyne Academy Gateshead was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.