
Marchbank Free School is a specialist primary institution located at Mowden Hall in Darlington, County Durham. It caters to children aged 5 to 11 with social, emotional, and mental health conditions. As part of the Education Village Academy Trust, it serves a mixed-gender student body with a current enrollment of 55 pupils, and a capacity for 65. The school is situated in an urban setting, primarily serving the borough of Darlington and its surrounding areas. Marchbank Free School prides itself on its inclusive approach and commitment to providing exceptional learning opportunities, as reflected in its motto, 'Where learning has no limits.' This ethos is deeply embedded in the Trust's values, which emphasize ambition, teamwork, and high educational standards.
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2 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Requires Improvement S5 Reinspection Visit 1
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Schools into Special Measures Visit