Schools may only just be closing for Christmas across the UK, but the deadline for some families to pick their next step in education.
Parents and carers across the region are being reminded of the need to apply for places at primary, infant and junior schools for September 2025 by Wednesday, January 15, or face potential disappointment.

1. Westgate Hill Primary Academy
Westgate Hill Primary Academy in the Arthurs Hill area of the city was awarded an outstanding rating following an inspection in November 2021. Photo: Google

2. West Jesmond Primary School
West Jesmond Primary School on Tankerville Terrace was given an outstanding rating after a full Ofsted report in March 2015. Photo: Google

3. St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School in Heaton was given an outstanding rating after a full Ofsted report in February 2024. Photo: Google

4. Byker Primary School
Byker Primary School on Commercial Road was given an outstanding rating after a full Ofsted report in November 2023. Photo: Google