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Samuel Ward Academy Catchment Area

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

Samuel Ward Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Haverhill, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1152 pupils, and a capacity of 1250 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,152

Pupils

1,250

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Samuel Ward Academy Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Suffolk 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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Samuel Ward Academy — School Information

Full address
Chalkstone Way, Haverhill, CB9 0LD
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136322

Other Secondary Schools in Haverhill

If Samuel Ward Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Haverhill are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Samuel Ward Academy

Is Samuel Ward Academy oversubscribed?

Samuel Ward Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1250 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Samuel Ward Academy?

Admission to Samuel Ward Academy is managed by Suffolk. 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 Samuel Ward Academy cover?

Samuel Ward Academy is a secondary school in Haverhill, Suffolk, 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 Samuel Ward Academy?

Samuel Ward Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.