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Thorp Academy Catchment Area

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

Thorp Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Ryton, Gateshead , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1496 pupils, and a capacity of 1511 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,496

Pupils

1,511

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Thorp Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Thorp 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.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 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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Thorp Academy — School Information

Full address
Main Road, Ryton, NE40 3AH
Local authority
Gateshead
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
24.4% of pupils
DfE URN
141185

Frequently Asked Questions — Thorp Academy

Is Thorp Academy oversubscribed?

Thorp Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1511 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Thorp Academy?

Admission to Thorp 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 Thorp Academy cover?

Thorp Academy is a secondary school in Ryton, Gateshead, 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 Thorp Academy?

Thorp Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.