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Kingsley Special Academy Catchment Area

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

Kingsley Special Academy is a academy special converter not applicable school in Kettering, North Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 163 pupils, and a capacity of 156 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

163

Pupils

156

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Kingsley Special Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kingsley Special Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Northamptonshire. 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: 163 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 156 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 North Northamptonshire 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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Kingsley Special Academy — School Information

Full address
Churchill Way, Kettering, NN15 5DP
Local authority
North Northamptonshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
28.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137875

Other Not applicable Schools in Kettering

If Kingsley Special Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Kettering are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kingsley Special Academy

Is Kingsley Special Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Kingsley Special Academy currently has 163 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 156 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kingsley Special Academy?

Admission to Kingsley Special Academy is managed by North Northamptonshire. 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 Kingsley Special Academy cover?

Kingsley Special Academy is a not applicable school in Kettering, North Northamptonshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Kingsley Special Academy?

Kingsley Special Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.