Grange First School
URN: 108444 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 2NP
Overview
- Name
- Grange First School
- URN
- 108444
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Gosforth Schools' Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Clougher (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912852954
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Norham Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 2NP
Summary
Grange First School is a mixed foundation primary school located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, accommodating 321 pupils with a capacity of 352. The school prioritises creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive both academically and socially. With a strong emphasis on respect and kindness, Grange fosters a sense of community among students, parents, and staff, ensuring that everyone feels valued and included.
The curriculum at Grange is designed to provide a broad and balanced educational experience, focusing on core subjects such as English and maths while also encouraging exploration in science, art, and humanities. The school promotes active learning through hands-on experiences, educational visits, and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally, initiatives like OPAL play and Forest School help develop resilience and confidence in students.
Grange First School is committed to inclusivity, celebrating diversity and individual uniqueness. The school actively engages parents and the wider community, aiming to build strong relationships that support children's learning and development throughout their time at Grange.
The curriculum at Grange is designed to provide a broad and balanced educational experience, focusing on core subjects such as English and maths while also encouraging exploration in science, art, and humanities. The school promotes active learning through hands-on experiences, educational visits, and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally, initiatives like OPAL play and Forest School help develop resilience and confidence in students.
Grange First School is committed to inclusivity, celebrating diversity and individual uniqueness. The school actively engages parents and the wider community, aiming to build strong relationships that support children's learning and development throughout their time at Grange.
Useful links
- Governor Information (governance)
- Governor Meetings 2025-26 (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Link Governors 2025-26 (governance)
- Welcome from the Chair of Governors (governance)
- SEN: The view of Parents (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- SENDCo (sen)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
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)
- Archibald First School (75.2)
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
- 321
- Boys
- 155
- Girls
- 166
- FSM %
- 20.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 321 | 155 | 166 | 352 | 20.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 329 | 162 | 167 | 352 | 20.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 339 | 171 | 168 | 352 | 21.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 339 | 171 | 168 | 352 | 21.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 341 | 181 | 160 | 352 | 20.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 353 | 191 | 162 | 352 | 16.80 |
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