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Outwood Academy Foxhills Catchment Area

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

Outwood Academy Foxhills is a academy converter secondary school in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 734 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

734

Pupils

750

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Outwood Academy Foxhills Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Outwood Academy Foxhills sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Lincolnshire. 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 North Lincolnshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find North Lincolnshire catchment area documents →

Outwood Academy Foxhills — School Information

Full address
2 Foxhills Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 8LJ
Local authority
North Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
31.2% of pupils
DfE URN
137004

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Outwood Academy Foxhills

Is Outwood Academy Foxhills oversubscribed?

Outwood Academy Foxhills is operating close to its capacity of 750 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 Foxhills?

Admission to Outwood Academy Foxhills is managed by North Lincolnshire. 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 Foxhills cover?

Outwood Academy Foxhills is a secondary school in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, 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 Outwood Academy Foxhills?

Outwood Academy Foxhills was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.