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Quarrydale Academy Catchment Area

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

Quarrydale Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1277 pupils, and a capacity of 1550 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

1,277

Pupils

1,550

Capacity

82%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Quarrydale Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Quarrydale Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Nottinghamshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Nottinghamshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Nottinghamshire catchment area documents →

Quarrydale Academy — School Information

Full address
Stoneyford Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 2DU
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
35.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137857

Other Secondary Schools in Sutton-in-Ashfield

If Quarrydale Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sutton-in-Ashfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Quarrydale Academy

Is Quarrydale Academy oversubscribed?

Quarrydale Academy has a capacity of 1550 places and currently has 1277 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Nottinghamshire.

What is the admissions policy for Quarrydale Academy?

Admission to Quarrydale Academy is managed by Nottinghamshire. 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 Quarrydale Academy cover?

Quarrydale Academy is a secondary school in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Quarrydale Academy?

Quarrydale Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.