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Mowbray Academy Catchment Area

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

Mowbray Academy is a academy special converter not applicable school in Bedale, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 2–16, with 321 pupils, and a capacity of 316 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–16

Age range

321

Pupils

316

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Mowbray Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Mowbray 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 321 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 316 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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Mowbray Academy — School Information

Full address
Masham Road, Bedale, DL8 2SD
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–16 years
Free school meals
39.6% of pupils
DfE URN
151277

Other Not applicable Schools in Bedale

If Mowbray Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Bedale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Mowbray Academy

Is Mowbray Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Mowbray Academy currently has 321 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 316 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Mowbray Academy?

Admission to Mowbray 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 Mowbray Academy cover?

Mowbray Academy is a not applicable school in Bedale, North Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 2–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Mowbray Academy?

Mowbray Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.