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Ibstock School Catchment Area

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

Ibstock School is a academy converter secondary school in Ibstock, Leicestershire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 740 pupils, and a capacity of 725 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

740

Pupils

725

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Ibstock School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ibstock School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leicestershire. 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: 740 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 725 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 Leicestershire 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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Ibstock School — School Information

Full address
Central Avenue, Ibstock, LE67 6NE
Local authority
Leicestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.2% of pupils
DfE URN
138721

Frequently Asked Questions — Ibstock School

Is Ibstock School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ibstock School currently has 740 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 725 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ibstock School?

Admission to Ibstock School is managed by Leicestershire. 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 Ibstock School cover?

Ibstock School is a secondary school in Ibstock, Leicestershire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ibstock School?

Ibstock School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.