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Meadowdale Academy Catchment Area

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

Meadowdale Academy is a academy converter primary school in Bedlington, Northumberland , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 189 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

189

Pupils

210

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Meadowdale Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Meadowdale 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: 90% 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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Meadowdale Academy — School Information

Full address
Hazelmere Avenue, Bedlington, NE22 6HA
Local authority
Northumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
21.2% of pupils
DfE URN
138078

Other Primary Schools in Bedlington

If Meadowdale Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bedlington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Meadowdale Academy

Is Meadowdale Academy oversubscribed?

Meadowdale Academy is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Meadowdale Academy?

Admission to Meadowdale 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 Meadowdale Academy cover?

Meadowdale Academy is a primary school in Bedlington, Northumberland, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Meadowdale Academy?

Meadowdale Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.