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North Cambridge Academy Catchment Area

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

North Cambridge Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 689 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

689

Pupils

750

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

North Cambridge Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, North Cambridge Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cambridgeshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

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 Cambridgeshire 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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North Cambridge Academy — School Information

Full address
Arbury Road, Kings Hedges, Cambridge, CB4 2JF
Local authority
Cambridgeshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
49.9% of pupils
DfE URN
139401

Other Secondary Schools in Cambridge

If North Cambridge Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Cambridge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — North Cambridge Academy

Is North Cambridge Academy oversubscribed?

North Cambridge Academy is operating close to its capacity of 750 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for North Cambridge Academy?

Admission to North Cambridge Academy is managed by Cambridgeshire. 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 North Cambridge Academy cover?

North Cambridge Academy is a secondary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, 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 North Cambridge Academy?

North Cambridge Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.