Waverley Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Waverley Primary School
Waverley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Waverley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wendy Leeming, it falls under Newcastle upon Tyne local authority.
Waverley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 20 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Waverley Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne, Waverley Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Maple Close, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 7QZ |
| Headteacher | Wendy Leeming |
| Local Authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.9% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2019. 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Maple Close, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 7QZ
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