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Cockburn John Charles Academy Catchment Area

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

Cockburn John Charles Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Leeds , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1202 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,202

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Cockburn John Charles Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cockburn John Charles Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leeds. 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: 1202 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 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 Leeds 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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Cockburn John Charles Academy — School Information

Full address
Old Run Road, Leeds, LS10 2JU
Local authority
Leeds
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
54.5% of pupils
DfE URN
145927

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Frequently Asked Questions — Cockburn John Charles Academy

Is Cockburn John Charles Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Cockburn John Charles Academy currently has 1202 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Cockburn John Charles Academy?

Admission to Cockburn John Charles Academy is managed by Leeds. 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 Cockburn John Charles Academy cover?

Cockburn John Charles Academy is a secondary school in Leeds, 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 Cockburn John Charles Academy?

Cockburn John Charles Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.