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Polam Hall School Catchment Area

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

Polam Hall School is a free s special school in Darlington , serving pupils aged 4–16, with 841 pupils, and a capacity of 882 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–16

Age range

841

Pupils

882

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

Polam Hall School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Polam Hall School follows a different process from mainstream schools. Darlington assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

For more information on how Darlington assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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Polam Hall School — School Information

Full address
Grange Road, Darlington, DL1 5PA
Local authority
Darlington
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Special
Age range
4–16 years
Free school meals
29.6% of pupils
DfE URN
142174

Frequently Asked Questions — Polam Hall School

Is Polam Hall School oversubscribed?

Polam Hall School is operating close to its capacity of 882 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Polam Hall School?

Admission to Polam Hall 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 Polam Hall School cover?

Polam Hall School is a special school in Darlington, serving pupils aged 4–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Polam Hall School?

Polam Hall School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.