Hetton Academy Catchment Area
Hetton Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 671 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
671
Pupils
900
Capacity
75%
Fill rate
Hetton Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Hetton 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.
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.
Find Sunderland catchment area documents →Hetton Academy — School Information
- Full address
- North Road, Hetton-le-Hole, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9JZ
- Local authority
- Sunderland
- School type
- Academy converter
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 43.4% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 149235
Other Secondary Schools in Houghton le Spring
If Hetton Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Houghton le Spring are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Hetton Academy
Is Hetton Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Hetton Academy has a capacity of 900 places and currently has 671 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Sunderland.
What is the admissions policy for Hetton Academy? ▾
Admission to Hetton 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 Hetton Academy cover? ▾
Hetton Academy is a secondary school in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.