Grange First School
91%
Capacity
321
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Grange First School
Grange 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 321 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 352 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grange First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Clougher, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
Grange First School is a popular choice with families — it received 217 applications for 59 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
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 Grange First School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Grange 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 | Norham Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2NP |
| Headteacher | Clare Clougher |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 321 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 321 / 352 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
217
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Norham Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 2NP
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