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Attleborough Academy Catchment Area

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

Attleborough Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Attleborough, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 920 pupils, and a capacity of 945 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

920

Pupils

945

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Attleborough Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Attleborough Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Norfolk. 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 Norfolk 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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Attleborough Academy — School Information

Full address
9 Norwich Road, Attleborough, NR17 2AJ
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
20.1% of pupils
DfE URN
140534

Other Secondary Schools in Attleborough

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Attleborough Academy

Is Attleborough Academy oversubscribed?

Attleborough Academy is operating close to its capacity of 945 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Attleborough Academy?

Admission to Attleborough Academy is managed by Norfolk. 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 Attleborough Academy cover?

Attleborough Academy is a secondary school in Attleborough, Norfolk, 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 Attleborough Academy?

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