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Lime Academy Forest Approach Catchment Area

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

Lime Academy Forest Approach is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Romford, Havering , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 129 pupils, and a capacity of 120 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–19

Age range

129

Pupils

120

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Lime Academy Forest Approach Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lime Academy Forest Approach sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Havering. 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: 129 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 120 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 Havering 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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Lime Academy Forest Approach — School Information

Full address
Settle Road, Harold Hill, Romford, RM3 9YA
Local authority
Havering
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
56.1% of pupils
DfE URN
142050

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If Lime Academy Forest Approach is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Romford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lime Academy Forest Approach

Is Lime Academy Forest Approach oversubscribed?

Yes — Lime Academy Forest Approach currently has 129 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 120 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lime Academy Forest Approach?

Admission to Lime Academy Forest Approach is managed by Havering. 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 Lime Academy Forest Approach cover?

Lime Academy Forest Approach is a not applicable school in Romford, Havering, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lime Academy Forest Approach?

Lime Academy Forest Approach was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.