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Lipson Co-operative Academy Catchment Area

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

Lipson Co-operative Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Plymouth , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1096 pupils, and a capacity of 1150 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,096

Pupils

1,150

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

Lipson Co-operative Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lipson Co-operative Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Plymouth. 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: 95% 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 Plymouth 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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Lipson Co-operative Academy — School Information

Full address
Bernice Terrace, Lipson, Plymouth, PL4 7PG
Local authority
Plymouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
44.5% of pupils
DfE URN
136668

Other Secondary Schools in Plymouth

If Lipson Co-operative Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Plymouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lipson Co-operative Academy

Is Lipson Co-operative Academy oversubscribed?

Lipson Co-operative Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1150 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Lipson Co-operative Academy?

Admission to Lipson Co-operative Academy is managed by Plymouth. 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 Lipson Co-operative Academy cover?

Lipson Co-operative Academy is a secondary school in Plymouth, 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 Lipson Co-operative Academy?

Lipson Co-operative Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.