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St James Academy Catchment Area

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

St James Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Dudley , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 859 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

859

Pupils

900

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St James Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St James Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Dudley. 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 Dudley 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 James Academy — School Information

Full address
St James's Road, Dudley, DY1 3JE
Local authority
Dudley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
49.9% of pupils
DfE URN
144657

Other Secondary Schools in Dudley

If St James Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Dudley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St James Academy

Is St James Academy oversubscribed?

St James Academy is operating close to its capacity of 900 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St James Academy?

Admission to St James Academy is managed by Dudley. 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 St James Academy cover?

St James Academy is a secondary school in Dudley, 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 St James Academy?

St James Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.