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Riverside Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Riverside Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Gateshead , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 314 pupils, and a capacity of 289 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

314

Pupils

289

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Riverside Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Riverside Primary Academy 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: 314 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 289 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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Riverside Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Colliery Road, Dunston, Gateshead, NE11 9DX
Local authority
Gateshead
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
28.3% of pupils
DfE URN
138285

Other Primary Schools in Gateshead

If Riverside Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Gateshead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Riverside Primary Academy

Is Riverside Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Riverside Primary Academy currently has 314 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 289 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Riverside Primary Academy?

Admission to Riverside Primary Academy 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 Riverside Primary Academy cover?

Riverside Primary Academy is a primary school in Gateshead, 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 Riverside Primary Academy?

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