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John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College Catchment Area

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

John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College is a academy converter secondary school in Alford, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 634 pupils, and a capacity of 625 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

634

Pupils

625

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lincolnshire. 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: 634 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 625 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 Lincolnshire 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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John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College — School Information

Full address
Hanby Lane, Alford, LN13 9BL
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
52.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136968

Other Secondary Schools in Alford

If John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Alford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College

Is John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College oversubscribed?

Yes — John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College currently has 634 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 625 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College?

Admission to John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College is managed by Lincolnshire. 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 Spendluffe Foundation Technology College cover?

John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College is a secondary school in Alford, Lincolnshire, 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 John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College?

John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.