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Bradford Forster Academy Catchment Area

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

Bradford Forster Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Bradford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 969 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

969

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Bradford Forster Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to Bradford Forster Academy is managed by Bradford and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 92% 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 Bradford 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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Bradford Forster Academy — School Information

Full address
Fenby Avenue, Bradford, BD4 8RG
Local authority
Bradford
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
45.3% of pupils
DfE URN
140429

Other Secondary Schools in Bradford

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Bradford Forster Academy

Is Bradford Forster Academy oversubscribed?

Bradford Forster Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1050 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Bradford Forster Academy?

Bradford Forster Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Bradford before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Bradford Forster Academy cover?

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