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Queen Katharine Academy Catchment Area

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

Queen Katharine Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Peterborough , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1685 pupils, and a capacity of 1650 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,685

Pupils

1,650

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Queen Katharine Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Queen Katharine Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Peterborough. 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: 1685 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1650 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 Peterborough 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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Queen Katharine Academy — School Information

Full address
Mountsteven Avenue, Walton, Peterborough, PE4 6HX
Local authority
Peterborough
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
48% of pupils
DfE URN
145051

Other Secondary Schools in Peterborough

If Queen Katharine Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Peterborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Queen Katharine Academy

Is Queen Katharine Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Queen Katharine Academy currently has 1685 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1650 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Queen Katharine Academy?

Admission to Queen Katharine Academy is managed by Peterborough. 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 Queen Katharine Academy cover?

Queen Katharine Academy is a secondary school in Peterborough, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Queen Katharine Academy?

Queen Katharine Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.