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Schools in NE3

A postcode district in Newcastle upon Tyne

  • Postcode district
  • 39 schools and nurseries

In short: NE3 is a postcode district in Newcastle upon Tyne with 20 primary schools, 8 secondary schools and 16 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3920 primary · 8 secondary · 16 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in NE3

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.

All NE3 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in NE3

20 in NE3, best first

Kingston Park Primary School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 2EL · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

74 first choices, 81 offers made

Met the standard at 1165%

England 62%

Days missed
4.4%
Pupils
456
Pupils per teacher
22.6
View school Kingston Park Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in NE3

8 in NE3, best first

Gosforth Academy

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 2JH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 13 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1655.0

England 46.2

Days missed
8.8%
Pupils
1,925
Pupils per teacher
18.7
View school Gosforth Academy

Gosforth East Middle School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 5JT · State · Middle · Ages 9 to 13

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

Met the standard at 1180%

England 62%

Days missed
5.6%
Pupils
557
Pupils per teacher
19.6
View school Gosforth East Middle School
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Nurseries in NE3

16 in NE3, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 16 nurseries

Sixth Forms in NE3

5 in NE3, by the school's Eduscope score

Gosforth Academy

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 2JH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 13 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1655.0

England 46.2

Days missed
8.8%
Pupils
1,925
Pupils per teacher
18.7
View school Gosforth Academy

Kenton School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 3RU · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement in 3 areas

Results below the England average.

153 first choices, 272 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1641.4

England 46.2

Days missed
12.9%
Pupils
1,589
Pupils per teacher
15.1
View school Kenton School

Newcastle Bridges School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 3RU · Academy · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Short-stay provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
73
Pupils per teacher
4.3
View school Newcastle Bridges School

Special Schools in NE3

1 in NE3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Private Schools in NE3

2 in NE3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The Newcastle School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 4ES · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
298
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Newcastle School

Westfield School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 4HS · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1651.2

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
170
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Westfield School
The map

Every school in NE3, 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.

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Archibald First School, Good or betterSouth Gosforth First School, GoodGosforth Park First School, Outstanding in every areaRegent Farm First School, GoodGrange First School, Expected standard or betterArchbishop Runcie CofE First School, Good in every areaGosforth Central Middle School, GoodGosforth East Middle School, GoodWestfield School, InspectedThe Newcastle School, InspectedGosforth Junior High Academy, GoodGosforth Academy, GoodKenton School, Requires improvement in 3 areasKenton Bar Primary School, Good or betterNorth Fawdon Primary School, Good in every areaMountfield Primary School, GoodKingston Park Primary School, GoodWyndham Primary School, GoodNHS Choices College, GoodNewcastle Bridges School, OutstandingSt Charles' Catholic Primary School, GoodSt Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth, GoodSt Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Kenton, GoodThe Elmfield Nursery, OutstandingMaple Lodge Nursery, GoodLittle Learners (NE), GoodBright Minds Nursery @ Kenton School, GoodLadybird Children's Nursery - Archibald, Gosforth, GoodSt Cuthberts Playgroup, GoodLadybird Childrens Nursery, GoodSt Gabriels, Gosforth, GoodSnakes and Ladders Pre-School, GoodChurch View Day Nursery, GoodKids Planet Kenton Park, GoodNurserytime, GoodBright Beginnings Childrens Day Nursery, GoodKids 1st - Gosforth, GoodKingston Park PlaygroupGosforth Nursery, Expected standard or better
  • Outstanding2
  • Good26
  • Not graded yet11
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in NE3 sit in 2 council areas. 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 NE3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

NE3 has 39 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.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about NE3

Nearby areas

How many schools are in NE3?

NE3 has 39 schools, including 20 primary schools, 8 secondary schools, 16 nurseries, 2 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 NE3?

The highest-ranked schools in NE3 on Eduscope are St Charles' Catholic Primary School, St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth, Kingston Park 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 NE3?

There are 2 independent schools in NE3. 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 NE3 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in NE3?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 39 schools in NE3 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.

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