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Mossbourne Community Academy Catchment Area

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

Mossbourne Community Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in London, Hackney , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1441 pupils, and a capacity of 1400 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,441

Pupils

1,400

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2021

Mossbourne Community Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Mossbourne Community Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hackney. 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: 1441 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1400 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 Hackney 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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Mossbourne Community Academy — School Information

Full address
100 Downs Park Road, Hackney, London, E5 8JY
Local authority
Hackney
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
48.4% of pupils
DfE URN
134693

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Frequently Asked Questions — Mossbourne Community Academy

Is Mossbourne Community Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Mossbourne Community Academy currently has 1441 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1400 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Mossbourne Community Academy?

Admission to Mossbourne Community Academy is managed by Hackney. 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 Mossbourne Community Academy cover?

Mossbourne Community Academy is a secondary school in London, Hackney, 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 Mossbourne Community Academy?

Mossbourne Community Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.