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Lincroft Academy Catchment Area

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

Lincroft Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 931 pupils, and a capacity of 1000 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

931

Pupils

1,000

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Lincroft Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lincroft Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bedford. 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: 93% 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 Bedford 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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Lincroft Academy — School Information

Full address
Station Road, Oakley, Bedford, MK43 7RE
Local authority
Bedford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
14.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136471

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Frequently Asked Questions — Lincroft Academy

Is Lincroft Academy oversubscribed?

Lincroft Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1000 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Lincroft Academy?

Admission to Lincroft Academy is managed by Bedford. 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 Lincroft Academy cover?

Lincroft Academy is a secondary school in Bedford, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.