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Bourne Academy Catchment Area

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

Bourne Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Bourne, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1571 pupils, and a capacity of 1525 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,571

Pupils

1,525

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Bourne Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Bourne Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lincolnshire. 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: 1571 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1525 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 Lincolnshire 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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Bourne Academy — School Information

Full address
Edinburgh Crescent, Bourne, PE10 9DT
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137572

Other Secondary Schools in Bourne

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Bourne Academy

Is Bourne Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Bourne Academy currently has 1571 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1525 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Bourne Academy?

Admission to Bourne Academy is managed by Lincolnshire. 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 Bourne Academy cover?

Bourne Academy is a secondary school in Bourne, Lincolnshire, 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 Bourne Academy?

Bourne Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.