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St Edward's Catholic Academy Catchment Area

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

St Edward's Catholic Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Swadlincote, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 243 pupils, and a capacity of 236 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

243

Pupils

236

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

St Edward's Catholic Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Edward's Catholic Academy is managed by Derbyshire 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: 243 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 236 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 Derbyshire 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 Edward's Catholic Academy — School Information

Full address
Newhall Road, Swadlincote, DE11 0BD
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
24% of pupils
DfE URN
143513

Other Primary Schools in Swadlincote

If St Edward's Catholic Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Swadlincote are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Edward's Catholic Academy

Is St Edward's Catholic Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — St Edward's Catholic Academy currently has 243 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 236 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

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

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

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

St Edward's Catholic Academy is a primary school in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, 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 St Edward's Catholic Academy?

St Edward's Catholic Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.