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England Lane Academy Catchment Area

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

England Lane Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Knottingley, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 227 pupils, and a capacity of 236 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

227

Pupils

236

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

England Lane Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, England Lane 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.

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 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 →

England Lane Academy — School Information

Full address
England Lane, Knottingley, WF11 0JA
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
44.4% of pupils
DfE URN
140333

Other Primary Schools in Knottingley

If England Lane Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Knottingley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — England Lane Academy

Is England Lane Academy oversubscribed?

England Lane Academy is operating close to its capacity of 236 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for England Lane Academy?

Admission to England Lane 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 England Lane Academy cover?

England Lane Academy is a primary school in Knottingley, Wakefield, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for England Lane Academy?

England Lane Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.