The Northern College of Art
The Northern College of Art is a post-16 school for pupils aged 16 to 99 in Middlesbrough.
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
No inspection data available
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Keep up with The Northern College of Art
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Capacity & Demand
Across Middlesbrough council
Places available
1,884
Applications
1,913
Got 1st preference
84.3%
Got preferred school
96.3%
All secondary applications across Middlesbrough council (2026/27), not just this school.
Questions parents ask about The Northern College of Art
What is the catchment area for The Northern College of Art?
No fixed boundary. When The Northern College of Art is oversubscribed, Middlesbrough allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How do I apply to The Northern College of Art?
Apply through Middlesbrough's coordinated admissions process, naming The Northern College of Art on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.