De Lacy Academy Catchment Area
De Lacy Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Knottingley, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 869 pupils, and a capacity of 1210 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
869
Pupils
1,210
Capacity
72%
Fill rate
Outstanding
Ofsted 2022
De Lacy Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, De Lacy Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wakefield. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wakefield before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Wakefield catchment area documents →De Lacy Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Middle Lane, Knottingley, WF11 0BZ
- Local authority
- Wakefield
- School type
- Academy converter
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 39.4% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 138006
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Frequently Asked Questions — De Lacy Academy
Is De Lacy Academy oversubscribed? ▾
De Lacy Academy has a capacity of 1210 places and currently has 869 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Wakefield.
What is the admissions policy for De Lacy Academy? ▾
Admission to De Lacy Academy is managed by Wakefield. 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 De Lacy Academy cover? ▾
De Lacy Academy is a secondary school in Knottingley, Wakefield, 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 De Lacy Academy? ▾
De Lacy Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.