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Penkridge Middle School Catchment Area

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

Penkridge Middle School is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Stafford, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 500 pupils, and a capacity of 500 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–13

Age range

500

Pupils

500

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Penkridge Middle School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Penkridge Middle School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 500 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 500 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 Staffordshire 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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Penkridge Middle School — School Information

Full address
Marsh Lane, Penkridge, Stafford, ST19 5BW
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17% of pupils
DfE URN
144206

Other Middle deemed secondary Schools in Stafford

If Penkridge Middle School is oversubscribed, these middle deemed secondary schools in Stafford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Penkridge Middle School

Is Penkridge Middle School oversubscribed?

Yes — Penkridge Middle School currently has 500 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 500 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Penkridge Middle School?

Admission to Penkridge Middle School is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Penkridge Middle School cover?

Penkridge Middle School is a middle deemed secondary school in Stafford, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 9–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Penkridge Middle School?

Penkridge Middle School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.