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Barnard Grove Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Barnard Grove Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Hartlepool , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 323 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

323

Pupils

315

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Barnard Grove Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Barnard Grove Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hartlepool. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 323 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Hartlepool before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Barnard Grove Primary School — School Information

Full address
Barnard Grove, Hartlepool, TS24 9SD
Local authority
Hartlepool
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
37.3% of pupils
DfE URN
146856

Other Primary Schools in Hartlepool

If Barnard Grove Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Hartlepool are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Barnard Grove Primary School

Is Barnard Grove Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Barnard Grove Primary School currently has 323 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Barnard Grove Primary School?

Admission to Barnard Grove Primary School is managed by Hartlepool. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Barnard Grove Primary School cover?

Barnard Grove Primary School is a primary school in Hartlepool, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Barnard Grove Primary School?

Barnard Grove Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.