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Hamstead Hall Academy Catchment Area

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

Hamstead Hall Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1182 pupils, and a capacity of 1104 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,182

Pupils

1,104

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Hamstead Hall Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hamstead Hall Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Birmingham. 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: 1182 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1104 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 Birmingham 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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Hamstead Hall Academy — School Information

Full address
Craythorne Avenue, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham, B20 1HL
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
38.9% of pupils
DfE URN
139746

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hamstead Hall Academy

Is Hamstead Hall Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Hamstead Hall Academy currently has 1182 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1104 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hamstead Hall Academy?

Admission to Hamstead Hall Academy is managed by Birmingham. 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 Hamstead Hall Academy cover?

Hamstead Hall Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, 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 Hamstead Hall Academy?

Hamstead Hall Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.