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Mowden Infant School Catchment Area

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

Mowden Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Darlington , serving pupils aged 5–7, with 176 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–7

Age range

176

Pupils

180

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Mowden Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Mowden Infant School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Darlington. 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 Darlington 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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Mowden Infant School — School Information

Full address
Bushel Hill Drive, Darlington, DL3 9QG
Local authority
Darlington
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–7 years
Free school meals
8% of pupils
DfE URN
138175

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If Mowden Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Darlington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Mowden Infant School

Is Mowden Infant School oversubscribed?

Mowden Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Mowden Infant School?

Admission to Mowden Infant School is managed by Darlington. 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 Mowden Infant School cover?

Mowden Infant School is a primary school in Darlington, serving pupils aged 5–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Mowden Infant School?

Mowden Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.