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Simonside Primary School Catchment Area

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

Simonside Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 297 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

297

Pupils

315

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Simonside Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Simonside Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Newcastle upon Tyne. 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: 94% 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 Newcastle upon Tyne before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Newcastle upon Tyne catchment area documents →

Simonside Primary School — School Information

Full address
Bedeburn Road, Westerhope, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 4LG
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
66.4% of pupils
DfE URN
150329

Other Primary Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

If Simonside Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Simonside Primary School

Is Simonside Primary School oversubscribed?

Simonside Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 315 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Simonside Primary School?

Admission to Simonside Primary School is managed by Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 Simonside Primary School cover?

Simonside Primary School is a primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, 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 Simonside Primary School?

Simonside Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.