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Madeley Academy Catchment Area

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

Madeley Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Telford, Telford and Wrekin , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1273 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,273

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

116%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Madeley Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Madeley Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Telford and Wrekin. 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: 1273 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 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 Telford and Wrekin 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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Madeley Academy — School Information

Full address
Castlefields Way, Madeley, Telford, TF7 5FB
Local authority
Telford and Wrekin
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
37.9% of pupils
DfE URN
135149

Other Secondary Schools in Telford

If Madeley Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Telford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Madeley Academy

Is Madeley Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Madeley Academy currently has 1273 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Madeley Academy?

Admission to Madeley Academy is managed by Telford and Wrekin. 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 Madeley Academy cover?

Madeley Academy is a secondary school in Telford, Telford and Wrekin, 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 Madeley Academy?

Madeley Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.