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King James I Academy Bishop Auckland Catchment Area

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

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland is a academy converter secondary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 926 pupils, and a capacity of 956 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

926

Pupils

956

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland Catchment Area Information

As an academy, King James I Academy Bishop Auckland 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: 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 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 →

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland — School Information

Full address
South Church Road, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7JZ
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
50.9% of pupils
DfE URN
136770

Other Secondary Schools in Bishop Auckland

If King James I Academy Bishop Auckland is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bishop Auckland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — King James I Academy Bishop Auckland

Is King James I Academy Bishop Auckland oversubscribed?

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland is operating close to its capacity of 956 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for King James I Academy Bishop Auckland?

Admission to King James I Academy Bishop Auckland 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 King James I Academy Bishop Auckland cover?

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland is a secondary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for King James I Academy Bishop Auckland?

King James I Academy Bishop Auckland was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.