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Featherstone Academy Catchment Area

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

Featherstone Academy is a academy converter primary school in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 258 pupils, and a capacity of 256 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

258

Pupils

256

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Featherstone Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Featherstone Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 258 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 256 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 Staffordshire 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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Featherstone Academy — School Information

Full address
The Avenue, Featherstone, Wolverhampton, WV10 7AS
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
32.1% of pupils
DfE URN
141278

Other Primary Schools in Wolverhampton

If Featherstone Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wolverhampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Featherstone Academy

Is Featherstone Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Featherstone Academy currently has 258 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 256 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Featherstone Academy?

Admission to Featherstone Academy is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Featherstone Academy cover?

Featherstone Academy is a primary school in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Featherstone Academy?

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