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Scalby Academy Catchment Area

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

Scalby Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Scarborough, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 969 pupils, and a capacity of 1017 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

969

Pupils

1,017

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Scalby Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Scalby Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Yorkshire. 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: 95% 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 North Yorkshire 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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Scalby Academy — School Information

Full address
Fieldstead Crescent, Newby, Scarborough, YO12 6TH
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.8% of pupils
DfE URN
143288

Other Secondary Schools in Scarborough

If Scalby Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Scarborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Scalby Academy

Is Scalby Academy oversubscribed?

Scalby Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1017 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Scalby Academy?

Admission to Scalby Academy is managed by North Yorkshire. 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 Scalby Academy cover?

Scalby Academy is a secondary school in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Scalby Academy?

Scalby Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.