Gosforth Park First School
104%
Capacity
291
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Gosforth Park First School
Gosforth Park 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 291 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 281 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Leanne Lamb, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
Gosforth Park First School is a popular choice with families — it received 225 applications for 60 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
Gosforth Park First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (73 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gosforth Park First School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Dance, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Gosforth Park 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 | Granville Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5JQ |
| Headteacher | Leanne Lamb |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.8% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 281 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
73 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
225
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
71 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
Granville Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5JQ
Granville Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5JQ
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