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The Cotswold Academy Catchment Area

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

The Cotswold Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1500 pupils, and a capacity of 1402 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,500

Pupils

1,402

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

The Cotswold Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Cotswold Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Gloucestershire. 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: 1500 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1402 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 Gloucestershire 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 Cotswold Academy — School Information

Full address
The Avenue, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham, GL54 2BD
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136292

Other Secondary Schools in Cheltenham

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Cotswold Academy

Is The Cotswold Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Cotswold Academy currently has 1500 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1402 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Cotswold Academy?

Admission to The Cotswold Academy is managed by Gloucestershire. 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 Cotswold Academy cover?

The Cotswold Academy is a secondary school in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.