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Dixons Allerton Academy Catchment Area

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

Dixons Allerton Academy is a academy sponsor led special school in Bradford , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 1868 pupils, and a capacity of 1885 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–19

Age range

1,868

Pupils

1,885

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Dixons Allerton Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to Dixons Allerton Academy follows a different process from mainstream schools. Bradford assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

For more information on how Bradford assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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Dixons Allerton Academy — School Information

Full address
Rhodesway, Bradford, BD8 0DH
Local authority
Bradford
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Special
Age range
3–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
34.3% of pupils
DfE URN
135866

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Frequently Asked Questions — Dixons Allerton Academy

Is Dixons Allerton Academy oversubscribed?

Dixons Allerton Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1885 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Dixons Allerton Academy?

Admission to Dixons Allerton Academy 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 Dixons Allerton Academy cover?

Dixons Allerton Academy is a special school in Bradford, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Dixons Allerton Academy?

Dixons Allerton Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.