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River Dart Academy Catchment Area

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

River Dart Academy is a academy alternative provision sponsor led not applicable school in Dartington, Devon , serving pupils aged 5–16, with 37 pupils, and a capacity of 40 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–16

Age range

37

Pupils

40

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

River Dart Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, River Dart Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Devon. 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: 93% 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 Devon 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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River Dart Academy — School Information

Full address
Shinners Bridge, Dartington, TQ9 6JD
Local authority
Devon
School type
Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
5–16 years
Free school meals
64.9% of pupils
DfE URN
146735

Frequently Asked Questions — River Dart Academy

Is River Dart Academy oversubscribed?

River Dart Academy is operating close to its capacity of 40 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for River Dart Academy?

Admission to River Dart Academy is managed by Devon. 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 River Dart Academy cover?

River Dart Academy is a not applicable school in Dartington, Devon, serving pupils aged 5–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.