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Diamond Hall Infant Academy Catchment Area

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

Diamond Hall Infant Academy is a academy converter primary school in Sunderland , serving pupils aged 2–7, with 364 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–7

Age range

364

Pupils

270

Capacity

135%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Diamond Hall Infant Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Diamond Hall Infant Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sunderland. 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: 364 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 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 Sunderland 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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Diamond Hall Infant Academy — School Information

Full address
Well Street, Sunderland, SR4 6JF
Local authority
Sunderland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–7 years
Free school meals
30.2% of pupils
DfE URN
139849

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If Diamond Hall Infant Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sunderland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Diamond Hall Infant Academy

Is Diamond Hall Infant Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Diamond Hall Infant Academy currently has 364 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Diamond Hall Infant Academy?

Admission to Diamond Hall Infant Academy is managed by Sunderland. 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 Diamond Hall Infant Academy cover?

Diamond Hall Infant Academy is a primary school in Sunderland, serving pupils aged 2–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Diamond Hall Infant Academy?

Diamond Hall Infant Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.