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The Dukeries Academy Catchment Area

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

The Dukeries Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Newark, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 762 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

762

Pupils

750

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

The Dukeries Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Dukeries 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 762 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 750 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 Nottinghamshire 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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The Dukeries Academy — School Information

Full address
Whinney Lane, New Ollerton, Newark, NG22 9TD
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
41.1% of pupils
DfE URN
139062

Other Secondary Schools in Newark

If The Dukeries Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Newark are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Dukeries Academy

Is The Dukeries Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Dukeries Academy currently has 762 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 750 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Dukeries Academy?

Admission to The Dukeries 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 The Dukeries Academy cover?

The Dukeries Academy is a secondary school in Newark, Nottinghamshire, 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 The Dukeries Academy?

The Dukeries Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.