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Bristol Metropolitan Academy Catchment Area

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

Bristol Metropolitan Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Bristol, Bristol, City of , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1096 pupils, and a capacity of 945 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

1,096

Pupils

945

Capacity

116%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Bristol Metropolitan Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Bristol Metropolitan Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bristol, City of. 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: 1096 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 945 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 Bristol, City of 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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Bristol Metropolitan Academy — School Information

Full address
Snowdon Road, Fishponds, Bristol, BS16 2HD
Local authority
Bristol, City of
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
30% of pupils
DfE URN
135959

Other Secondary Schools in Bristol

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Bristol Metropolitan Academy

Is Bristol Metropolitan Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Bristol Metropolitan Academy currently has 1096 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 945 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Bristol Metropolitan Academy?

Admission to Bristol Metropolitan Academy is managed by Bristol, City of. 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 Bristol Metropolitan Academy cover?

Bristol Metropolitan Academy is a secondary school in Bristol, Bristol, City of, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bristol Metropolitan Academy?

Bristol Metropolitan Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.