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Millbay Academy Catchment Area

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

Millbay Academy is a free s secondary school in Plymouth , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 549 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

549

Pupils

600

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Millbay Academy Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Millbay Academy are allocated by Plymouth using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 92% 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 Plymouth 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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Millbay Academy — School Information

Full address
22 Millbay Road, Plymouth, PL1 3EG
Local authority
Plymouth
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
56.6% of pupils
DfE URN
147905

Other Secondary Schools in Plymouth

If Millbay Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Plymouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Millbay Academy

Is Millbay Academy oversubscribed?

Millbay Academy is operating close to its capacity of 600 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Millbay Academy?

Admission to Millbay Academy is managed by Plymouth. 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 Millbay Academy cover?

Millbay Academy is a secondary school in Plymouth, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Millbay Academy?

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