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Wardley Primary School Catchment Area

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

Wardley Primary School is a community primary school in Gateshead , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 289 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

289

Pupils

315

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Wardley Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Wardley Primary School is set by Gateshead and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

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 Gateshead before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Gateshead catchment area documents →

Wardley Primary School — School Information

Full address
Keir Hardie Avenue, Wardley, Gateshead, NE10 8TX
Local authority
Gateshead
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
41.2% of pupils
DfE URN
108371

Other Primary Schools in Gateshead

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Wardley Primary School

Is Wardley Primary School oversubscribed?

Wardley Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 315 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Wardley Primary School?

Admission to Wardley Primary School 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 Wardley Primary School cover?

Wardley Primary School 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 Wardley Primary School?

Wardley Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.