Marchbank Free School

Mowden Hall, Barnes Road, DL3 9BL

Free schools special for ages 5–11 in Barnes Road. Mixed intake.

Marchbank Free School is a special free school in Darlington for boys and girls aged 5 to 11. Its SEN provision is for social, emotional and mental health needs. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. The Education Village Academy Trust describes itself as a mixed trust bringing together mainstream and special schools in Darlington and nearby areas.

It says its work is rooted in inclusion, fairness of opportunity and acceptance of individuality.

Ages 5–11 · Primary age

55 pupils · On roll

Free schools special · Mixed

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Primary applications close on 15 January 2027; secondary applications close on 31 October 2026. Sign in and create a planner to keep the deadline and school visits together. See Darlington’s deadlines and how to apply →