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Biddick Hall Infants' School

Biddick Hall Infants' School is a community primary school located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, serving pupils ages 3 to 7. The school currently has 226 pupils on roll, operating above its stated capacity of 180 — indicating high demand for places. With 63.00% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Biddick Hall Infants' School serves a community with significant levels of economic disadvantage. Ofsted inspection data is not currently available for Biddick Hall Infants' School — visit the Ofsted website to check for the latest inspection report. The school also offers nursery provision for children below statutory school age. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within Biddick Hall Infants' School's admissions distance.

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Ages 3-7Age range
PrimarySchool phase
126%Capacity used (226 of 180 pupils)
63.00%Free school meals eligible

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School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Biddick Hall Infants' School's published admissions policy or contact South Tyneside Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameBiddick Hall Infants' School
URN108682
AddressGalsworthy Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 9JD
Telephone01919330830
HeadteacherJoanne Storey (Head Teacher)
School typeCommunity school
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 3-7
GenderMixed
Local authoritySouth Tyneside
RegionNorth East
Approx. coordinates54.961179, -1.44683 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This school is likely to use straight-line distance from home to school as its oversubscription criterion, making our catchment checker directly applicable. Always verify the exact measuring point with the school or local authority.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

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📋 Ofsted Inspection

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📋 Ofsted Inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Biddick Hall Infants' School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with South Tyneside Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Biddick Hall Infants' School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, South Tyneside Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Biddick Hall Infants' School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Biddick Hall Infants' School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Biddick Hall Infants' School is 108682. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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