Kingsmead Academy Catchment Area
Kingsmead Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Taunton, Somerset , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 879 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
879
Pupils
1,050
Capacity
84%
Fill rate
Kingsmead Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Kingsmead Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Somerset. 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 Somerset before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Somerset catchment area documents →Kingsmead Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Wiveliscombe, Taunton, TA4 2NE
- Local authority
- Somerset
- School type
- Academy converter
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 18.7% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 136639
Other Secondary Schools in Taunton
If Kingsmead Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Taunton are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Kingsmead Academy
Is Kingsmead Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Kingsmead Academy has a capacity of 1050 places and currently has 879 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Somerset.
What is the admissions policy for Kingsmead Academy? ▾
Admission to Kingsmead Academy is managed by Somerset. 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 Kingsmead Academy cover? ▾
Kingsmead Academy is a secondary school in Taunton, Somerset, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.