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The Berkeley Academy Catchment Area

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

The Berkeley Academy is a academy converter primary school in Crewe, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 475 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

475

Pupils

420

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

The Berkeley Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Berkeley Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cheshire East. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 475 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Cheshire East 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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The Berkeley Academy — School Information

Full address
Laidon Avenue, Wistaston, Crewe, CW2 6RU
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
9.5% of pupils
DfE URN
142235

Other Primary Schools in Crewe

If The Berkeley Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Crewe are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Berkeley Academy

Is The Berkeley Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Berkeley Academy currently has 475 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Berkeley Academy?

Admission to The Berkeley Academy is managed by Cheshire East. 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 The Berkeley Academy cover?

The Berkeley Academy is a primary school in Crewe, Cheshire East, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Berkeley Academy?

The Berkeley Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.