South Gosforth First School
101%
Capacity
329
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About South Gosforth First School
South Gosforth 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 329 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 326 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Gosforth First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Adams, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
South Gosforth First School is a popular choice with families — it received 178 applications for 59 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Gosforth First School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Book Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, South Gosforth 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 | Alnmouth Drive, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1YF |
| Headteacher | Robert Adams |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 329 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.6% |
| School Capacity | 329 / 326 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2012. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
178
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alnmouth Drive, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1YF
Alnmouth Drive, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1YF
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