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John Cabot Academy Catchment Area

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

John Cabot Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1278 pupils, and a capacity of 1400 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

1,278

Pupils

1,400

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

John Cabot Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, John Cabot 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: 91% 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 →

John Cabot Academy — School Information

Full address
Woodside Road, Kingswood, Bristol, BS15 8BD
Local authority
South Gloucestershire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.1% of pupils
DfE URN
135295

Other Secondary Schools in Bristol

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

Frequently Asked Questions — John Cabot Academy

Is John Cabot Academy oversubscribed?

John Cabot Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1400 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for John Cabot Academy?

Admission to John Cabot 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 John Cabot Academy cover?

John Cabot Academy is a secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.