Skip to content
A free, independent guide for parents — updated each admissions cycle. 26,506 schools · England & Wales
catchment.school

Middlestone Moor Academy Catchment Area

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

Middlestone Moor Academy is a academy converter primary school in Durham, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 261 pupils, and a capacity of 278 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

261

Pupils

278

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Middlestone Moor Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Middlestone Moor Academy 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: 94% 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 →

Middlestone Moor Academy — School Information

Full address
Rock Road, Durham, DL16 7DA
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
39.1% of pupils
DfE URN
149505

Other Primary Schools in Durham

If Middlestone Moor Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Durham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Middlestone Moor Academy

Is Middlestone Moor Academy oversubscribed?

Middlestone Moor Academy is operating close to its capacity of 278 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Middlestone Moor Academy?

Admission to Middlestone Moor Academy 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 Middlestone Moor Academy cover?

Middlestone Moor Academy is a primary school in Durham, County Durham, 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 Middlestone Moor Academy?

Middlestone Moor Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.