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St John's Church of England Academy Catchment Area

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

St John's Church of England Academy is a academy converter primary school in Darlington , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 248 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

248

Pupils

210

Capacity

118%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2022

St John's Church of England Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St John's Church of England Academy is managed by Darlington and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 248 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 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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St John's Church of England Academy — School Information

Full address
Fenby Avenue, Lascelles Park, Darlington, DL1 4UB
Local authority
Darlington
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
38.6% of pupils
DfE URN
138128

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If St John's Church of England Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Darlington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St John's Church of England Academy

Is St John's Church of England Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — St John's Church of England Academy currently has 248 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St John's Church of England Academy?

St John's Church of England Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Darlington before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St John's Church of England Academy cover?

St John's Church of England Academy is a primary school in Darlington, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St John's Church of England Academy?

St John's Church of England Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.