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Meadowhead School Academy Trust Catchment Area

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

Meadowhead School Academy Trust is a academy converter secondary school in Sheffield , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1960 pupils, and a capacity of 1950 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,960

Pupils

1,950

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Meadowhead School Academy Trust Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Meadowhead School Academy Trust sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sheffield. 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: 1960 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1950 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 Sheffield 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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Meadowhead School Academy Trust — School Information

Full address
Dyche Lane, Sheffield, S8 8BR
Local authority
Sheffield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
35.8% of pupils
DfE URN
138545

Other Secondary Schools in Sheffield

If Meadowhead School Academy Trust is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sheffield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Meadowhead School Academy Trust

Is Meadowhead School Academy Trust oversubscribed?

Yes — Meadowhead School Academy Trust currently has 1960 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1950 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Meadowhead School Academy Trust?

Admission to Meadowhead School Academy Trust is managed by Sheffield. 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 Meadowhead School Academy Trust cover?

Meadowhead School Academy Trust is a secondary school in Sheffield, 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 Meadowhead School Academy Trust?

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