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Kingsmead School Catchment Area

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

Kingsmead School is a academy converter secondary school in Cannock, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1429 pupils, and a capacity of 1257 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,429

Pupils

1,257

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Kingsmead School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kingsmead School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 1429 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1257 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 Staffordshire 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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Kingsmead School — School Information

Full address
Kings Avenue, Cannock, WS12 1DH
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142313

Other Secondary Schools in Cannock

If Kingsmead School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Cannock are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kingsmead School

Is Kingsmead School oversubscribed?

Yes — Kingsmead School currently has 1429 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1257 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kingsmead School?

Admission to Kingsmead School is managed by Staffordshire. 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 School cover?

Kingsmead School is a secondary school in Cannock, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Kingsmead School?

Kingsmead School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.