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Long Field Spencer Academy Catchment Area

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

Long Field Spencer Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 935 pupils, and a capacity of 800 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

935

Pupils

800

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Long Field Spencer Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Long Field Spencer Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leicestershire. 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: 935 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 800 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 Leicestershire 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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Long Field Spencer Academy — School Information

Full address
Ambleside Way, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0BN
Local authority
Leicestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
22.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138628

Other Secondary Schools in Melton Mowbray

If Long Field Spencer Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Melton Mowbray are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Long Field Spencer Academy

Is Long Field Spencer Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Long Field Spencer Academy currently has 935 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 800 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Long Field Spencer Academy?

Admission to Long Field Spencer Academy is managed by Leicestershire. 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 Long Field Spencer Academy cover?

Long Field Spencer Academy is a secondary school in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Long Field Spencer Academy?

Long Field Spencer Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.