- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
114 first choices, 90 offers made
Met the standard at 1184%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.1%
- Pupils
- 605
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.1
Schools in NE2
A postcode district in Newcastle upon Tyne
- Postcode district
- 14 schools and nurseries
In short: NE2 is a postcode district in Newcastle upon Tyne with 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 7 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries147 primary · 3 secondary · 7 nurseries
Top-rated
All NE2 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in NE2
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in NE2
7 in NE2, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results above the England average.
16 first choices, 16 offers made
Met the standard at 1165%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.6%
- Pupils
- 126
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.9
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 1PS · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well below the England average.
11 first choices, 11 offers made
Met the standard at 1133%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.9%
- Pupils
- 162
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.3
Secondary Schools in NE2
3 in NE2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Northern Counties School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 3BB · Special · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 15.4%
- Pupils
- 89
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Newcastle High School for Girls GDST
Ne2 3ba · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 660
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Royal Grammar School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4DX · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1612.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,332
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Nurseries in NE2
7 in NE2, highest Ofsted grade first
Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4AA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Ladybird Children's Nursery - St Catherine's
Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1PS · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Plantpots Jesmond
Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 3JU · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in NE2
3 in NE2, by the school's Eduscope score
Northern Counties School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 3BB · Special · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 15.4%
- Pupils
- 89
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Newcastle High School for Girls GDST
Ne2 3ba · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 660
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Royal Grammar School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4DX · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1612.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,332
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in NE2
1 in NE2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Northern Counties School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 3BB · Special · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 15.4%
- Pupils
- 89
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in NE2
3 in NE2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Newcastle High School for Girls GDST
Ne2 3ba · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18 · Girls
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 660
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Newcastle Preparatory School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4RH · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 241
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Royal Grammar School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4DX · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1612.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 1,332
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in NE2, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding4
- Good3
- Not graded yet7
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every NE2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
NE2 has 14 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in NE2
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about NE2
Nearby areas
How many schools are in NE2?
NE2 has 14 schools, including 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 7 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in NE2?
The highest-ranked schools in NE2 on Eduscope are West Jesmond Primary School, Christ Church CofE Primary School, St Catherine's Catholic Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in NE2?
There are 3 independent schools in NE2. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in NE2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in NE2?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 14 schools in NE2 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.