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E-Act Parkwood Academy Catchment Area

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

E-Act Parkwood Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Sheffield , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 856 pupils, and a capacity of 930 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

856

Pupils

930

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

E-Act Parkwood Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, E-Act Parkwood Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sheffield. 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: 92% 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 Sheffield 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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E-Act Parkwood Academy — School Information

Full address
Longley Avenue West, Sheffield, S5 8UL
Local authority
Sheffield
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
52% of pupils
DfE URN
135934

Other Secondary Schools in Sheffield

If E-Act Parkwood Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sheffield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — E-Act Parkwood Academy

Is E-Act Parkwood Academy oversubscribed?

E-Act Parkwood Academy is operating close to its capacity of 930 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for E-Act Parkwood Academy?

Admission to E-Act Parkwood Academy is managed by Sheffield. 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 E-Act Parkwood Academy cover?

E-Act Parkwood Academy is a secondary school in Sheffield, 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 E-Act Parkwood Academy?

E-Act Parkwood Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.