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Abbeyfield School Catchment Area

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

Abbeyfield School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1358 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,358

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Abbeyfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Abbeyfield School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Northamptonshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1358 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1350 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by West Northamptonshire 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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Abbeyfield School — School Information

Full address
Mereway, Northampton, NN4 8BU
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
24.7% of pupils
DfE URN
138858

Other Secondary Schools in Northampton

If Abbeyfield School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Northampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Abbeyfield School

Is Abbeyfield School oversubscribed?

Yes — Abbeyfield School currently has 1358 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1350 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Abbeyfield School?

Admission to Abbeyfield School is managed by West Northamptonshire. 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 Abbeyfield School cover?

Abbeyfield School is a secondary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Abbeyfield School?

Abbeyfield School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.