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Sandy Hill Academy Catchment Area

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

Sandy Hill Academy is a academy converter primary school in St Austell, Cornwall , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 459 pupils, and a capacity of 252 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

459

Pupils

252

Capacity

182%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Sandy Hill Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Sandy Hill Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cornwall. 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: 459 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 252 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 Cornwall 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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Sandy Hill Academy — School Information

Full address
Sandy Hill, St Austell, PL25 3AT
Local authority
Cornwall
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
18.5% of pupils
DfE URN
136318

Other Primary Schools in St Austell

If Sandy Hill Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Austell are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sandy Hill Academy

Is Sandy Hill Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Sandy Hill Academy currently has 459 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 252 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Sandy Hill Academy?

Admission to Sandy Hill Academy is managed by Cornwall. 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 Sandy Hill Academy cover?

Sandy Hill Academy is a primary school in St Austell, Cornwall, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Sandy Hill Academy?

Sandy Hill Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.