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Framwellgate School Durham Catchment Area

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

Framwellgate School Durham is a academy converter secondary school in Durham, County Durham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1247 pupils, and a capacity of 1330 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,247

Pupils

1,330

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Framwellgate School Durham Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Framwellgate School Durham 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.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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 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 →

Framwellgate School Durham — School Information

Full address
Newton Drive, Framwellgate Moor, Durham, DH1 5BQ
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.9% of pupils
DfE URN
137696

Other Secondary Schools in Durham

If Framwellgate School Durham is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Durham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Framwellgate School Durham

Is Framwellgate School Durham oversubscribed?

Framwellgate School Durham is operating close to its capacity of 1330 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Framwellgate School Durham?

Admission to Framwellgate School Durham 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 Framwellgate School Durham cover?

Framwellgate School Durham is a secondary school in Durham, County Durham, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.