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Cheslyn Hay Academy Catchment Area

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

Cheslyn Hay Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Walsall, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1264 pupils, and a capacity of 1302 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,264

Pupils

1,302

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Cheslyn Hay Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cheslyn Hay Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 97% 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 Staffordshire 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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Cheslyn Hay Academy — School Information

Full address
Saredon Road, Cheslyn Hay, Walsall, WS6 7JQ
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.1% of pupils
DfE URN
146443

Other Secondary Schools in Walsall

If Cheslyn Hay Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Walsall are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cheslyn Hay Academy

Is Cheslyn Hay Academy oversubscribed?

Cheslyn Hay Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1302 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Cheslyn Hay Academy?

Admission to Cheslyn Hay Academy is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Cheslyn Hay Academy cover?

Cheslyn Hay Academy is a secondary school in Walsall, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Cheslyn Hay Academy?

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