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Stanchester Academy Catchment Area

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

Stanchester Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Stoke-sub-Hamdon, Somerset , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 812 pupils, and a capacity of 880 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

812

Pupils

880

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Stanchester Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Stanchester Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Somerset. 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: 92% 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 Somerset 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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Stanchester Academy — School Information

Full address
East Stoke, Stoke-sub-Hamdon, TA14 6UG
Local authority
Somerset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.6% of pupils
DfE URN
137080

Frequently Asked Questions — Stanchester Academy

Is Stanchester Academy oversubscribed?

Stanchester Academy is operating close to its capacity of 880 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Stanchester Academy?

Admission to Stanchester Academy is managed by Somerset. 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 Stanchester Academy cover?

Stanchester Academy is a secondary school in Stoke-sub-Hamdon, Somerset, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.