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Ocker Hill Academy Catchment Area

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

Ocker Hill Academy is a academy converter primary school in Tipton, Sandwell , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 251 pupils, and a capacity of 256 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

251

Pupils

256

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Ocker Hill Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ocker Hill Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sandwell. 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: 98% 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 Sandwell before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Sandwell catchment area documents →

Ocker Hill Academy — School Information

Full address
Gospel Oak Road, Tipton, DY4 0DS
Local authority
Sandwell
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
34.7% of pupils
DfE URN
140140

Other Primary Schools in Tipton

If Ocker Hill Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Tipton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ocker Hill Academy

Is Ocker Hill Academy oversubscribed?

Ocker Hill Academy is operating close to its capacity of 256 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ocker Hill Academy?

Admission to Ocker Hill Academy is managed by Sandwell. 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 Ocker Hill Academy cover?

Ocker Hill Academy is a primary school in Tipton, Sandwell, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ocker Hill Academy?

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