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The Sir Donald Bailey Academy Catchment Area

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

The Sir Donald Bailey Academy is a academy converter primary school in Newark, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 523 pupils, and a capacity of 585 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2–11

Age range

523

Pupils

585

Capacity

89%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

The Sir Donald Bailey Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Sir Donald Bailey 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 →

The Sir Donald Bailey Academy — School Information

Full address
Bailey Road, Newark, NG24 4EP
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
57.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141760

Other Primary Schools in Newark

If The Sir Donald Bailey Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Newark are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Sir Donald Bailey Academy

Is The Sir Donald Bailey Academy oversubscribed?

The Sir Donald Bailey Academy has a capacity of 585 places and currently has 523 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Nottinghamshire.

What is the admissions policy for The Sir Donald Bailey Academy?

Admission to The Sir Donald Bailey 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 Sir Donald Bailey Academy cover?

The Sir Donald Bailey Academy is a primary school in Newark, Nottinghamshire, 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 The Sir Donald Bailey Academy?

The Sir Donald Bailey Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.