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Nottingham University Samworth Academy Catchment Area

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

Nottingham University Samworth Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Nottingham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 921 pupils, and a capacity of 950 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

921

Pupils

950

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Nottingham University Samworth Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Nottingham University Samworth Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Nottingham. 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: 97% 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 Nottingham 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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Nottingham University Samworth Academy — School Information

Full address
Bramhall Road, Bilborough, Nottingham, NG8 4HY
Local authority
Nottingham
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
50.2% of pupils
DfE URN
135761

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Frequently Asked Questions — Nottingham University Samworth Academy

Is Nottingham University Samworth Academy oversubscribed?

Nottingham University Samworth Academy is operating close to its capacity of 950 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Nottingham University Samworth Academy?

Admission to Nottingham University Samworth Academy is managed by Nottingham. 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 Nottingham University Samworth Academy cover?

Nottingham University Samworth Academy is a secondary school in Nottingham, 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 Nottingham University Samworth Academy?

Nottingham University Samworth Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.