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Scientia Academy Catchment Area

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

Scientia Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 453 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

453

Pupils

420

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Scientia Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Scientia Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 453 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Staffordshire 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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Scientia Academy — School Information

Full address
Mona Road, Burton-upon-Trent, DE13 0UF
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
23.3% of pupils
DfE URN
139602

Other Primary Schools in Burton-upon-Trent

If Scientia Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Burton-upon-Trent are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Scientia Academy

Is Scientia Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Scientia Academy currently has 453 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Scientia Academy?

Admission to Scientia Academy is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Scientia Academy cover?

Scientia Academy is a primary school in Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, 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 Scientia Academy?

Scientia Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.