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The Bridge Academy Catchment Area

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

The Bridge Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in London, Hackney , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1099 pupils, and a capacity of 1150 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

1,099

Pupils

1,150

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

The Bridge Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Bridge Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hackney. 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: 96% 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 Hackney 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 Bridge Academy — School Information

Full address
Laburnum Street, Hackney, London, E2 8BA
Local authority
Hackney
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
57.4% of pupils
DfE URN
131609

Other Secondary Schools in London

If The Bridge Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Bridge Academy

Is The Bridge Academy oversubscribed?

The Bridge Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1150 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Bridge Academy?

Admission to The Bridge Academy is managed by Hackney. 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 Bridge Academy cover?

The Bridge Academy is a secondary school in London, Hackney, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Bridge Academy?

The Bridge Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.