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Outwood Academy Kirkby Catchment Area

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

Outwood Academy Kirkby is a academy converter secondary school in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 546 pupils, and a capacity of 692 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

546

Pupils

692

Capacity

79%

Fill rate

Inadequate

Ofsted 2022

Outwood Academy Kirkby Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Outwood Academy Kirkby sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Nottinghamshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Nottinghamshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Nottinghamshire catchment area documents →

Outwood Academy Kirkby — School Information

Full address
Tennyson Street, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 7DH
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
48% of pupils
DfE URN
149429

Other Secondary Schools in Nottingham

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Outwood Academy Kirkby

Is Outwood Academy Kirkby oversubscribed?

Outwood Academy Kirkby has a capacity of 692 places and currently has 546 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Nottinghamshire.

What is the admissions policy for Outwood Academy Kirkby?

Admission to Outwood Academy Kirkby is managed by Nottinghamshire. 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 Kirkby cover?

Outwood Academy Kirkby is a secondary school in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, 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 Kirkby?

Outwood Academy Kirkby was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.