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Hanham Woods Academy Catchment Area

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

Hanham Woods Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 844 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

844

Pupils

900

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Hanham Woods Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hanham Woods Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with South Gloucestershire. 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: 94% 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 South Gloucestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find South Gloucestershire catchment area documents →

Hanham Woods Academy — School Information

Full address
Memorial Road, Hanham, Bristol, BS15 3LA
Local authority
South Gloucestershire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141042

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If Hanham Woods Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bristol are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hanham Woods Academy

Is Hanham Woods Academy oversubscribed?

Hanham Woods Academy is operating close to its capacity of 900 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hanham Woods Academy?

Admission to Hanham Woods Academy is managed by South Gloucestershire. 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 Hanham Woods Academy cover?

Hanham Woods Academy is a secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, 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 Hanham Woods Academy?

Hanham Woods Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.