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Outwood Academy City Catchment Area

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

Outwood Academy City is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Sheffield , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1177 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,177

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Outwood Academy City Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Outwood Academy City sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sheffield. 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 Sheffield 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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Outwood Academy City — School Information

Full address
Stradbroke Road, Sheffield, S13 8SS
Local authority
Sheffield
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
42.9% of pupils
DfE URN
140415

Other Secondary Schools in Sheffield

If Outwood Academy City is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sheffield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Outwood Academy City

Is Outwood Academy City oversubscribed?

Outwood Academy City is operating close to its capacity of 1200 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Outwood Academy City?

Admission to Outwood Academy City is managed by Sheffield. 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 Outwood Academy City cover?

Outwood Academy City is a secondary school in Sheffield, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.