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Goldington Academy Catchment Area

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

Goldington Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 942 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

942

Pupils

750

Capacity

126%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Goldington Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Goldington Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bedford. 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: 942 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 750 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 Bedford 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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Goldington Academy — School Information

Full address
Haylands Way, Bedford, MK41 9BX
Local authority
Bedford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
22.7% of pupils
DfE URN
136552

Other Secondary Schools in Bedford

If Goldington Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Goldington Academy

Is Goldington Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Goldington Academy currently has 942 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 750 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Goldington Academy?

Admission to Goldington Academy is managed by Bedford. 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 Goldington Academy cover?

Goldington Academy is a secondary school in Bedford, 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 Goldington Academy?

Goldington Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.