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Meadowside Academy Catchment Area

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

Meadowside Academy is a academy converter primary school in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 205 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

205

Pupils

210

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Meadowside Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Meadowside Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Yorkshire. 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 North Yorkshire 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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Meadowside Academy — School Information

Full address
Halfpenny Lane, Knaresborough, HG5 0SL
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
25.9% of pupils
DfE URN
144168

Other Primary Schools in Knaresborough

If Meadowside Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Knaresborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Meadowside Academy

Is Meadowside Academy oversubscribed?

Meadowside Academy is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Meadowside Academy?

Admission to Meadowside Academy is managed by North Yorkshire. 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 Meadowside Academy cover?

Meadowside Academy is a primary school in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Meadowside Academy?

Meadowside Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.