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Alcester Academy Catchment Area

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

Alcester Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Alcester, Warwickshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 632 pupils, and a capacity of 650 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

632

Pupils

650

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Alcester Academy Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Warwickshire 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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Alcester Academy — School Information

Full address
Gerard Road, Alcester, B49 6QQ
Local authority
Warwickshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.2% of pupils
DfE URN
137172

Other Secondary Schools in Alcester

If Alcester Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Alcester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Alcester Academy

Is Alcester Academy oversubscribed?

Alcester Academy is operating close to its capacity of 650 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Alcester Academy?

Admission to Alcester Academy is managed by Warwickshire. 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 Alcester Academy cover?

Alcester Academy is a secondary school in Alcester, Warwickshire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Alcester Academy?

Alcester Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.