Archibald First School
94%
Capacity
331
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About Archibald First School
Archibald First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 331 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 352 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Archibald First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Turner, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
Archibald First School is a popular choice with families — it received 295 applications for 60 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 95 were first-preference applications.
Archibald First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (143 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Archibald First School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Archibald First School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Archibald Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1EB |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Turner |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 331 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.5% |
| School Capacity | 331 / 352 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
143 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
295
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
95 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Archibald Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1EB
Archibald Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1EB
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