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Ormiston Bushfield Academy Catchment Area

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

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Peterborough , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1230 pupils, and a capacity of 1250 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

1,230

Pupils

1,250

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Ormiston Bushfield Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ormiston Bushfield Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Peterborough. 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 Peterborough 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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Ormiston Bushfield Academy — School Information

Full address
Ortongate, Peterborough, PE2 5RQ
Local authority
Peterborough
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
38% of pupils
DfE URN
135980

Other Secondary Schools in Peterborough

If Ormiston Bushfield Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Peterborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ormiston Bushfield Academy

Is Ormiston Bushfield Academy oversubscribed?

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1250 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ormiston Bushfield Academy?

Admission to Ormiston Bushfield Academy is managed by Peterborough. 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 Ormiston Bushfield Academy cover?

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is a secondary school in Peterborough, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ormiston Bushfield Academy?

Ormiston Bushfield Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.