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Oxford Spires Academy Catchment Area

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

Oxford Spires Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Oxford, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1306 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

1,306

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

124%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Oxford Spires Academy Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 1306 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oxfordshire 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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Oxford Spires Academy — School Information

Full address
Glanville Road, Oxford, OX4 2AU
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
26.8% of pupils
DfE URN
136261

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If Oxford Spires Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Oxford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oxford Spires Academy

Is Oxford Spires Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Oxford Spires Academy currently has 1306 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Oxford Spires Academy?

Admission to Oxford Spires Academy is managed by Oxfordshire. 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 Oxford Spires Academy cover?

Oxford Spires Academy is a secondary school in Oxford, Oxfordshire, 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 Oxford Spires Academy?

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