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Fulford School Catchment Area

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

Fulford School is a academy converter secondary school in York , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1765 pupils, and a capacity of 1899 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,765

Pupils

1,899

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Fulford School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Fulford School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with York. 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 York 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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Fulford School — School Information

Full address
Fulfordgate, Heslington Lane, York, YO10 4FY
Local authority
York
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
8.9% of pupils
DfE URN
144711

Other Secondary Schools in York

If Fulford School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in York are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fulford School

Is Fulford School oversubscribed?

Fulford School is operating close to its capacity of 1899 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Fulford School?

Admission to Fulford School is managed by York. 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 Fulford School cover?

Fulford School is a secondary school in York, 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 Fulford School?

Fulford School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.