Great Western Academy Catchment Area
Great Western Academy is a free s secondary school in Swindon , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1025 pupils, and a capacity of 1210 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–18
Age range
1,025
Pupils
1,210
Capacity
85%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2023
Great Western Academy Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Great Western Academy are allocated by Swindon using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Swindon before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Swindon catchment area documents →Great Western Academy — School Information
- Full address
- William Morris Way, Tadpole Garden Village, Swindon, SN25 2PP
- Local authority
- Swindon
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–18 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 15.7% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 145883
Other Secondary Schools in Swindon
If Great Western Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Swindon are the next closest alternatives.
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The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College Catchment Area
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Frequently Asked Questions — Great Western Academy
Is Great Western Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Great Western Academy has a capacity of 1210 places and currently has 1025 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Swindon.
What is the admissions policy for Great Western Academy? ▾
Admission to Great Western Academy is managed by Swindon. 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 Great Western Academy cover? ▾
Great Western Academy is a secondary school in Swindon, 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 Great Western Academy? ▾
Great Western Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.