Archibald First School
URN: 108438 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 1EB
Overview
- Name
- Archibald First School
- URN
- 108438
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Gosforth Schools' Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Turner (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912851957
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Archibald Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 1EB
Summary
Archibald First School, located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is a mixed foundation primary school with a current enrolment of 331 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 352. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, where children are encouraged to develop as curious, caring, creative, and courageous learners. This ethos is central to the school's curriculum, which is designed to be progressive and enquiry-based, promoting critical thinking and meaningful connections across subjects.
The school prioritises the emotional and social well-being of its students, aiming to cultivate a sense of respect and empathy towards others and the environment. Archibald First School actively promotes collaboration among students, encouraging them to share ideas and celebrate diversity within the community. The dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that each child reaches their full potential in a safe and nurturing atmosphere.
For more information about the school, including admissions and activities, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly. Archibald First School is part of the Gosforth Schools' Trust, which further enhances its commitment to quality education and community involvement.
The school prioritises the emotional and social well-being of its students, aiming to cultivate a sense of respect and empathy towards others and the environment. Archibald First School actively promotes collaboration among students, encouraging them to share ideas and celebrate diversity within the community. The dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that each child reaches their full potential in a safe and nurturing atmosphere.
For more information about the school, including admissions and activities, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly. Archibald First School is part of the Gosforth Schools' Trust, which further enhances its commitment to quality education and community involvement.
Useful links
- Calendar (calendar)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Website design (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Front Street Community Primary School (78.9)
- West Jesmond Primary School (76.6)
- Cragside Primary School (76.5)
- Benton Park Primary School (76.2)
- St Oswald's RC Primary School (74.0)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 3 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Gosforth Schools' Trust
- Capacity
- 352
- Pupils
- 331
- Boys
- 178
- Girls
- 153
- FSM %
- 7.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2015-04-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 331 | 178 | 153 | 352 | 7.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 334 | 168 | 166 | 352 | 8.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 337 | 185 | 152 | 352 | 9.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 337 | 185 | 152 | 352 | 9.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 336 | 180 | 156 | 352 | 11.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 344 | 180 | 164 | 352 | 12.90 |
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