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Westgarth Primary School Catchment Area

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

Westgarth Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 344 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

344

Pupils

315

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Westgarth Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Westgarth Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Redcar and Cleveland. 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: 344 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 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 Redcar and Cleveland 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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Westgarth Primary School — School Information

Full address
Redcar Road, Marske-by-the-Sea, Redcar, TS11 6AE
Local authority
Redcar and Cleveland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
11.4% of pupils
DfE URN
145661

Other Primary Schools in Redcar

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Westgarth Primary School

Is Westgarth Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Westgarth Primary School currently has 344 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Westgarth Primary School?

Admission to Westgarth Primary School is managed by Redcar and Cleveland. 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 Westgarth Primary School cover?

Westgarth Primary School is a primary school in Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.