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Wellfield School Catchment Area

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

Wellfield School is a academy converter secondary school in Wingate, County Durham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 914 pupils, and a capacity of 1011 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

914

Pupils

1,011

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Wellfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wellfield School 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.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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Wellfield School — School Information

Full address
North Road East, Wingate, TS28 5AX
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
42% of pupils
DfE URN
149739

Frequently Asked Questions — Wellfield School

Is Wellfield School oversubscribed?

Wellfield School is operating close to its capacity of 1011 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Wellfield School?

Admission to Wellfield School 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 Wellfield School cover?

Wellfield School is a secondary school in Wingate, 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 Wellfield School?

Wellfield School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.