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Meadowcroft School Catchment Area

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

Meadowcroft School is a other independent special not applicable school in Wakefield , serving pupils aged 5–19, with 131 pupils, and a capacity of 146 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–19

Age range

131

Pupils

146

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Meadowcroft School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Meadowcroft School is set by Wakefield and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 90% 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 Wakefield before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Wakefield catchment area documents →

Meadowcroft School — School Information

Full address
24 Bar Lane, Wakefield, WF1 4AD
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
5–19 years
DfE URN
135216

Other Not applicable Schools in Wakefield

If Meadowcroft School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Wakefield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Meadowcroft School

Is Meadowcroft School oversubscribed?

Meadowcroft School is operating close to its capacity of 146 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Meadowcroft School?

Admission to Meadowcroft School is managed by Wakefield. 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 Meadowcroft School cover?

Meadowcroft School is a not applicable school in Wakefield, serving pupils aged 5–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.