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St Edmund's Catholic Academy Catchment Area

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

St Edmund's Catholic Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Wolverhampton , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1128 pupils, and a capacity of 896 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,128

Pupils

896

Capacity

126%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

St Edmund's Catholic Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Edmund's Catholic Academy is managed by Wolverhampton and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 1128 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 896 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 Wolverhampton 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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St Edmund's Catholic Academy — School Information

Full address
Compton Park, Compton Road West, Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU
Local authority
Wolverhampton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
44.6% of pupils
DfE URN
139891

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If St Edmund's Catholic Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Wolverhampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Edmund's Catholic Academy

Is St Edmund's Catholic Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — St Edmund's Catholic Academy currently has 1128 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 896 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Edmund's Catholic Academy?

St Edmund's Catholic Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Wolverhampton before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Edmund's Catholic Academy cover?

St Edmund's Catholic Academy is a secondary school in Wolverhampton, 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 St Edmund's Catholic Academy?

St Edmund's Catholic Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.