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Sedgefield Community College Catchment Area

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

Sedgefield Community College is a academy converter secondary school in Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 981 pupils, and a capacity of 975 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

981

Pupils

975

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Sedgefield Community College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Sedgefield Community College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with County Durham. 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: 981 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 975 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 County Durham 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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Sedgefield Community College — School Information

Full address
Hawthorn Road, Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees, TS21 3DD
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
24.9% of pupils
DfE URN
147670

Other Secondary Schools in Stockton-on-Tees

If Sedgefield Community College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Stockton-on-Tees are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sedgefield Community College

Is Sedgefield Community College oversubscribed?

Yes — Sedgefield Community College currently has 981 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 975 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Sedgefield Community College?

Admission to Sedgefield Community College is managed by County Durham. 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 Sedgefield Community College cover?

Sedgefield Community College is a secondary school in Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Sedgefield Community College?

Sedgefield Community College was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.