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Boldon School Catchment Area

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

Boldon School is a community secondary school in Boldon Colliery, South Tyneside , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1064 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,064

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Boldon School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Boldon School are allocated by South Tyneside using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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

Find South Tyneside catchment area documents →

Boldon School — School Information

Full address
New Road, Boldon Colliery, NE35 9DZ
Local authority
South Tyneside
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
52% of pupils
DfE URN
108730

Frequently Asked Questions — Boldon School

Is Boldon School oversubscribed?

Boldon School is operating close to its capacity of 1100 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Boldon School?

Admission to Boldon School is managed by South Tyneside. 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 Boldon School cover?

Boldon School is a secondary school in Boldon Colliery, South Tyneside, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.