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Carr Lodge Academy Catchment Area

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

Carr Lodge Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Doncaster , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 454 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

454

Pupils

420

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Carr Lodge Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Carr Lodge Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Doncaster. 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: 454 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Doncaster 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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Carr Lodge Academy — School Information

Full address
Grady Drive, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 8GA
Local authority
Doncaster
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
17.8% of pupils
DfE URN
140353

Other Primary Schools in Doncaster

If Carr Lodge Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Doncaster are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Carr Lodge Academy

Is Carr Lodge Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Carr Lodge Academy currently has 454 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Carr Lodge Academy?

Admission to Carr Lodge Academy is managed by Doncaster. 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 Carr Lodge Academy cover?

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

What is the Ofsted rating for Carr Lodge Academy?

Carr Lodge Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.