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Rushcliffe Spencer Academy Catchment Area

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

Rushcliffe Spencer Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 2032 pupils, and a capacity of 1920 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

2,032

Pupils

1,920

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Rushcliffe Spencer Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Rushcliffe Spencer Academy 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 2032 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1920 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 Nottinghamshire 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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Rushcliffe Spencer Academy — School Information

Full address
Boundary Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7BW
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
10.9% of pupils
DfE URN
138482

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Rushcliffe Spencer Academy

Is Rushcliffe Spencer Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Rushcliffe Spencer Academy currently has 2032 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1920 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Rushcliffe Spencer Academy?

Admission to Rushcliffe Spencer Academy 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 Rushcliffe Spencer Academy cover?

Rushcliffe Spencer Academy is a secondary school in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, 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 Rushcliffe Spencer Academy?

Rushcliffe Spencer Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.