Newcastle Academy, Gallowstree Lane, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2QS
Part of Windsor Academy Trust
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Many thanks for your interest in Newcastle Academy. We have the privilege of preparing our students for the exciting and demanding world of the 21st Century and are dedicated to instilling in them the skills and qualities which will make them fulfilled adults of the future. We are an Academy that has seen significant transformation and we are ambitious in our vision to ensure that this continues by providing the very best opportunities for learning to both students and staff.

Admissions for Normal Age of Entry to Secondary Education

Parents who have a child in Year 6 and wish to apply for admission to Newcastle Academy for Year 7 need to contact their relevant local authority. Additional information can be found on Staffordshire County Council’s website.

Our admission arrangements for the year 2025-26 can be found

Newcastle Academy Admission Arrangements 2025-26

Important Dates for September 2025

  • Online applications open - 1st September 2024
  • Return date for paper application forms - 31 October 2024 by 5pm
  • Return date for online applications - 31 October 2024 by midnight
  • Decision emails to parents - 3rd March 2025
  • Decision letters to parents - 3rd March 2025 by 2nd class post

In Year School Admissions (also known as mid-year or transfer applications)

Parents who have a child currently in secondary education but wish to apply for a place at Newcastle Academy will need to print off and complete the mid-year application form available on Staffordshire County Council’s website and return it to the school for the attention of the Principal. NB: Please ensure Section 4 is completed and signed by the headteacher of your child’s current school.