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Due to its reputation, parents are often aware that places at Sedgefield are highly sought after both within the immediate vicinity of the school and further afield. For this reason, some parents feel that an application for a place at Sedgefield is likely to be unsuccessful as all places will be filled by children who live in close proximity to the school. 

However, each new Year 7 intake (of approximately 195 students) typically includes approximately 60 students (30% of the cohort) from primary schools that are situated outside what might once have been considered our traditional 'catchment area'. 

Indeed, the school provides a bus service that collects students from a range of locations in order to make the school accessible to students who would otherwise not be able to get here. Regardless of geographic location, parents are therefore encouraged to apply for a place at Sedgefield for their child should they feel it is the right school for them.

Open evening and visits

Parents are encouraged to contact the school if they have a query about any aspect of student admissions at Sedgefield, or if they would like to visit the school. Alternatively, we hold an open evening in October each year when all parents of students in years 5 and 6 at primary school are welcome to attend (children are welcome too). The specific date of this event will feature on the home page of this website during late September and into October. 

Admissions to Sedgefield Community College are managed by Durham County Council. For further information please visit the Durham County Council School Admissions section.

Please view the school policies below. These policies are referred to in our new starter admissions pack that parents/carers are required to complete prior to their child starting here.

Special Educational Needs

We are committed to meeting the needs of all children including those with special educational needs and disabilities. We ask parents to discuss the identified needs with the school prior to starting so that appropriate intervention and support can be planned and implemented. 

Advice from the local authority or other agencies may be requested to ensure the school can meet any needs appropriately. For further information please visit our SEND page where you can also find our SEND Information Report.