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Malvin's Close Academy Catchment Area

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

Malvin's Close Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Blyth, Northumberland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 440 pupils, and a capacity of 450 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

440

Pupils

450

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Malvin's Close Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Malvin's Close Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Northumberland. 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: 98% 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 Northumberland 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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Malvin's Close Academy — School Information

Full address
Malvin's Close Academy, Albion Way, Blyth, NE24 5BL
Local authority
Northumberland
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
40.9% of pupils
DfE URN
146544

Other Primary Schools in Blyth

If Malvin's Close Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Blyth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Malvin's Close Academy

Is Malvin's Close Academy oversubscribed?

Malvin's Close Academy is operating close to its capacity of 450 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Malvin's Close Academy?

Admission to Malvin's Close Academy is managed by Northumberland. 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 Malvin's Close Academy cover?

Malvin's Close Academy is a primary school in Blyth, Northumberland, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Malvin's Close Academy?

Malvin's Close Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.