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Matchborough First School Academy Catchment Area

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

Matchborough First School Academy is a academy converter primary school in Redditch, Worcestershire , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 363 pupils, and a capacity of 310 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–9

Age range

363

Pupils

310

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Matchborough First School Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Matchborough First School Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Worcestershire. 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: 363 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 310 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 Worcestershire 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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Matchborough First School Academy — School Information

Full address
Matchborough Way, Matchborough East, Redditch, B98 0GD
Local authority
Worcestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Free school meals
24% of pupils
DfE URN
140309

Other Primary Schools in Redditch

If Matchborough First School Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Redditch are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Matchborough First School Academy

Is Matchborough First School Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Matchborough First School Academy currently has 363 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 310 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Matchborough First School Academy?

Admission to Matchborough First School Academy is managed by Worcestershire. 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 Matchborough First School Academy cover?

Matchborough First School Academy is a primary school in Redditch, Worcestershire, serving pupils aged 3–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Matchborough First School Academy?

Matchborough First School Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.