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Hall Cross Academy Catchment Area

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

Hall Cross Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Doncaster , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 2038 pupils, and a capacity of 2000 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

2,038

Pupils

2,000

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Hall Cross Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hall Cross Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Doncaster. 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: 2038 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 2000 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 Doncaster 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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Hall Cross Academy — School Information

Full address
Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN1 2HY
Local authority
Doncaster
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137842

Other Secondary Schools in Doncaster

If Hall Cross Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Doncaster are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hall Cross Academy

Is Hall Cross Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Hall Cross Academy currently has 2038 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 2000 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hall Cross Academy?

Admission to Hall Cross Academy is managed by Doncaster. 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 Hall Cross Academy cover?

Hall Cross Academy is a secondary school in Doncaster, 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 Hall Cross Academy?

Hall Cross Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.