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Brackensdale Spencer Academy Catchment Area

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

Brackensdale Spencer Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Derby , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 505 pupils, and a capacity of 525 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

505

Pupils

525

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Brackensdale Spencer Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Brackensdale Spencer Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derby. 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: 96% 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 Derby 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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Brackensdale Spencer Academy — School Information

Full address
Walthamstow Drive, Mackworth Estate, Derby, DE22 4BS
Local authority
Derby
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
33.5% of pupils
DfE URN
148384

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Frequently Asked Questions — Brackensdale Spencer Academy

Is Brackensdale Spencer Academy oversubscribed?

Brackensdale Spencer Academy is operating close to its capacity of 525 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Brackensdale Spencer Academy?

Admission to Brackensdale Spencer Academy is managed by Derby. 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 Brackensdale Spencer Academy cover?

Brackensdale Spencer Academy is a primary school in Derby, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.