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St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Catchment Area

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

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Dewsbury, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 928 pupils, and a capacity of 1069 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

928

Pupils

1,069

Capacity

87%

Fill rate

Inadequate

Ofsted 2023

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy is managed by Kirklees 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.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Kirklees before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Kirklees catchment area documents →

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy — School Information

Full address
Oxford Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4LL
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
42.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141470

Other Secondary Schools in Dewsbury

If St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Dewsbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy

Is St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy oversubscribed?

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy has a capacity of 1069 places and currently has 928 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Kirklees.

What is the admissions policy for St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy?

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Kirklees before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy cover?

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy is a secondary school in Dewsbury, Kirklees, 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 John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy?

St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.