Dene Academy Catchment Area
Dene Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Peterlee, County Durham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 641 pupils, and a capacity of 818 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
641
Pupils
818
Capacity
78%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2024
Dene Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Dene Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with County Durham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by County Durham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find County Durham catchment area documents →Dene Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Manor Way, Peterlee, SR8 5RL
- Local authority
- County Durham
- School type
- Academy converter
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 59.8% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 147122
Other Secondary Schools in Peterlee
If Dene Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Peterlee are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Dene Academy
Is Dene Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Dene Academy has a capacity of 818 places and currently has 641 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with County Durham.
What is the admissions policy for Dene Academy? ▾
Admission to Dene Academy is managed by County Durham. 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 Dene Academy cover? ▾
Dene Academy is a secondary school in Peterlee, County Durham, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Dene Academy? ▾
Dene Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.