Kearsley Academy Catchment Area
Kearsley Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Bolton , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 780 pupils, and a capacity of 950 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
780
Pupils
950
Capacity
82%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2022
Kearsley Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Kearsley Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bolton. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bolton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Bolton catchment area documents →Kearsley Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Springfield Road, Kearsley, Bolton, BL4 8HY
- Local authority
- Bolton
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 41% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 136135
Other Secondary Schools in Bolton
If Kearsley Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bolton are the next closest alternatives.
Westhoughton High School Catchment Area
Community school · BL5 3BZ
Turton School Catchment Area
Community school · BL7 9LT
St Joseph's RC High School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · BL6 6HW
Thornleigh Salesian College Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · BL1 6PQ
Ladybridge High School Catchment Area
Community school · BL3 4NG
Essa Academy Catchment Area
Academy sponsor led · BL3 3HH
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Frequently Asked Questions — Kearsley Academy
Is Kearsley Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Kearsley Academy has a capacity of 950 places and currently has 780 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Bolton.
What is the admissions policy for Kearsley Academy? ▾
Admission to Kearsley Academy is managed by Bolton. 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 Kearsley Academy cover? ▾
Kearsley Academy is a secondary school in Bolton, 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 Kearsley Academy? ▾
Kearsley Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.