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Carlton Bolling Catchment Area

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

Carlton Bolling is a academy converter secondary school in Bradford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1630 pupils, and a capacity of 1524 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,630

Pupils

1,524

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Carlton Bolling Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Carlton Bolling sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bradford. 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: 1630 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1524 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 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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Carlton Bolling — School Information

Full address
Undercliffe Lane, Bradford, BD3 0DU
Local authority
Bradford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
41.3% of pupils
DfE URN
147100

Other Secondary Schools in Bradford

If Carlton Bolling is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bradford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Carlton Bolling

Is Carlton Bolling oversubscribed?

Yes — Carlton Bolling currently has 1630 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1524 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Carlton Bolling?

Admission to Carlton Bolling is managed by Bradford. 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 Carlton Bolling cover?

Carlton Bolling 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.

What is the Ofsted rating for Carlton Bolling?

Carlton Bolling was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.