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Fosse Way Academy Catchment Area

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

Fosse Way Academy is a academy converter primary school in Lincoln, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 539 pupils, and a capacity of 525 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

539

Pupils

525

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Fosse Way Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Fosse Way Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lincolnshire. 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: 539 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 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 Lincolnshire 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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Fosse Way Academy — School Information

Full address
Ash Grove, North Hykeham, Lincoln, LN6 8DU
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
24.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136790

Other Primary Schools in Lincoln

If Fosse Way Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Lincoln are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fosse Way Academy

Is Fosse Way Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Fosse Way Academy currently has 539 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Fosse Way Academy?

Admission to Fosse Way Academy is managed by Lincolnshire. 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 Fosse Way Academy cover?

Fosse Way Academy is a primary school in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, 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 Fosse Way Academy?

Fosse Way Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.