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Haywood Academy Catchment Area

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

Haywood Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Stoke-on-Trent , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1112 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

1,112

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Haywood Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Haywood Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Stoke-on-Trent. 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: 1112 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 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 Stoke-on-Trent 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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Haywood Academy — School Information

Full address
High Lane, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 7AB
Local authority
Stoke-on-Trent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
43% of pupils
DfE URN
138549

Other Secondary Schools in Stoke-on-Trent

If Haywood Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Haywood Academy

Is Haywood Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Haywood Academy currently has 1112 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Haywood Academy?

Admission to Haywood Academy is managed by Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Haywood Academy cover?

Haywood Academy is a secondary school in Stoke-on-Trent, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Haywood Academy?

Haywood Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.