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Whittonstall First School Catchment Area

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

Whittonstall First School is a academy converter primary school in Consett, Northumberland , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 78 pupils, and a capacity of 55 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–9

Age range

78

Pupils

55

Capacity

142%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Whittonstall First School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Whittonstall First School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Northumberland. 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: 78 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 55 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 Northumberland 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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Whittonstall First School — School Information

Full address
Whittonstall, Consett, DH8 9JN
Local authority
Northumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Free school meals
7% of pupils
DfE URN
146949

Other Primary Schools in Consett

If Whittonstall First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Consett are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Whittonstall First School

Is Whittonstall First School oversubscribed?

Yes — Whittonstall First School currently has 78 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 55 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Whittonstall First School?

Admission to Whittonstall First School is managed by Northumberland. 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 Whittonstall First School cover?

Whittonstall First School is a primary school in Consett, Northumberland, serving pupils aged 3–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Whittonstall First School?

Whittonstall First School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.