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Town End Academy Catchment Area

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

Town End Academy is a academy converter primary school in Sunderland , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 228 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

228

Pupils

210

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Town End Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Town End Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sunderland. 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: 228 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 Sunderland 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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Town End Academy — School Information

Full address
Borodin Avenue, Town End Farm, Sunderland, SR5 4NX
Local authority
Sunderland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
44% of pupils
DfE URN
136486

Other Primary Schools in Sunderland

If Town End Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sunderland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Town End Academy

Is Town End Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Town End Academy currently has 228 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Town End Academy?

Admission to Town End Academy is managed by Sunderland. 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 Town End Academy cover?

Town End Academy is a primary school in Sunderland, 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 Town End Academy?

Town End Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.