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Marsden Primary School Catchment Area

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

Marsden Primary School is a community primary school in Sunderland, South Tyneside , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 203 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

203

Pupils

210

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Marsden Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Marsden Primary School is set by South Tyneside and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

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 South Tyneside before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find South Tyneside catchment area documents →

Marsden Primary School — School Information

Full address
Mill Lane, Whitburn, Sunderland, SR6 7HJ
Local authority
South Tyneside
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
27.6% of pupils
DfE URN
108687

Other Primary Schools in Sunderland

If Marsden Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sunderland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Marsden Primary School

Is Marsden Primary School oversubscribed?

Marsden Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Marsden Primary School?

Admission to Marsden Primary School is managed by South Tyneside. 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 Marsden Primary School cover?

Marsden Primary School is a primary school in Sunderland, South Tyneside, 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 Marsden Primary School?

Marsden Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.