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Erdington Academy Catchment Area

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

Erdington Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 931 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

931

Pupils

900

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Erdington Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Erdington Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Birmingham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 931 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 900 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Birmingham 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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Erdington Academy — School Information

Full address
Kingsbury Road, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 8RE
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
56.6% of pupils
DfE URN
143413

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If Erdington Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Birmingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Erdington Academy

Is Erdington Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Erdington Academy currently has 931 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 900 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Erdington Academy?

Admission to Erdington Academy is managed by Birmingham. 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 Erdington Academy cover?

Erdington Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, 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 Erdington Academy?

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