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Dixons Cottingley Academy Catchment Area

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

Dixons Cottingley Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Bingley, Bradford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 862 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

862

Pupils

900

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Dixons Cottingley Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Dixons Cottingley Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bradford. 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: 96% 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 Bradford 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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Dixons Cottingley Academy — School Information

Full address
Cottingley New Road, Bingley, BD16 1TZ
Local authority
Bradford
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
35% of pupils
DfE URN
146198

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Frequently Asked Questions — Dixons Cottingley Academy

Is Dixons Cottingley Academy oversubscribed?

Dixons Cottingley Academy is operating close to its capacity of 900 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Dixons Cottingley Academy?

Admission to Dixons Cottingley 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 Cottingley Academy cover?

Dixons Cottingley Academy is a secondary school in Bingley, Bradford, 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 Dixons Cottingley Academy?

Dixons Cottingley Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.