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Lees Brook Academy Catchment Area

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

Lees Brook Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Derby , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1101 pupils, and a capacity of 1147 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,101

Pupils

1,147

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Lees Brook Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lees Brook Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derby. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Derby 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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Lees Brook Academy — School Information

Full address
Morley Road, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 4QX
Local authority
Derby
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Free school meals
35.1% of pupils
DfE URN
143934

Other Secondary Schools in Derby

If Lees Brook Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Derby are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lees Brook Academy

Is Lees Brook Academy oversubscribed?

Lees Brook Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1147 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Lees Brook Academy?

Admission to Lees Brook Academy is managed by Derby. 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 Lees Brook Academy cover?

Lees Brook Academy is a secondary school in Derby, 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 Lees Brook Academy?

Lees Brook Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.