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Walbottle Academy Catchment Area

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

Walbottle Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1725 pupils, and a capacity of 1885 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,725

Pupils

1,885

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Walbottle Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Walbottle Academy 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: 92% 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 →

Walbottle Academy — School Information

Full address
Hexham Road, Walbottle, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE15 9TP
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
46.9% of pupils
DfE URN
148135

Other Secondary Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

If Walbottle Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Walbottle Academy

Is Walbottle Academy oversubscribed?

Walbottle Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1885 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Walbottle Academy?

Admission to Walbottle Academy 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 Walbottle Academy cover?

Walbottle Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, 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 Walbottle Academy?

Walbottle Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.