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Friesland School Catchment Area

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

Friesland School is a academy converter secondary school in Sandiacre, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1235 pupils, and a capacity of 1323 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,235

Pupils

1,323

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Friesland School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Friesland School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derbyshire. 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: 93% 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 Derbyshire 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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Friesland School — School Information

Full address
Nursery Avenue, Sandiacre, NG10 5AF
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.8% of pupils
DfE URN
145966

Frequently Asked Questions — Friesland School

Is Friesland School oversubscribed?

Friesland School is operating close to its capacity of 1323 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Friesland School?

Admission to Friesland School is managed by Derbyshire. 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 Friesland School cover?

Friesland School is a secondary school in Sandiacre, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Friesland School?

Friesland School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.