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Ark Boulton Academy Catchment Area

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

Ark Boulton Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 870 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

870

Pupils

900

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Ark Boulton Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ark Boulton Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Birmingham. 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 Birmingham 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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Ark Boulton Academy — School Information

Full address
Golden Hillock Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham, B11 2QG
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
55.5% of pupils
DfE URN
140014

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Frequently Asked Questions — Ark Boulton Academy

Is Ark Boulton Academy oversubscribed?

Ark Boulton Academy is operating close to its capacity of 900 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ark Boulton Academy?

Admission to Ark Boulton Academy is managed by Birmingham. 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 Ark Boulton Academy cover?

Ark Boulton Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, 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 Ark Boulton Academy?

Ark Boulton Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.