Barndale School Catchment Area
Barndale School is a community special not applicable school in Alnwick, Northumberland , serving pupils aged 4–19, with 90 pupils, and a capacity of 120 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.
4–19
Age range
90
Pupils
120
Capacity
75%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2024
Barndale School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for Barndale School is set by Northumberland and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Northumberland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Northumberland catchment area documents →Barndale School — School Information
- Full address
- Howling Lane, Alnwick, NE66 1DQ
- Local authority
- Northumberland
- School type
- Community special school
- Phase of education
- Not applicable
- Age range
- 4–19 years
- Free school meals
- 54.1% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 122384
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Frequently Asked Questions — Barndale School
Is Barndale School oversubscribed? ▾
Barndale School has a capacity of 120 places and currently has 90 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Northumberland.
What is the admissions policy for Barndale School? ▾
Admission to Barndale School is managed by Northumberland. 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 Barndale School cover? ▾
Barndale School is a not applicable school in Alnwick, Northumberland, serving pupils aged 4–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Barndale School? ▾
Barndale School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.