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The Excel Academy Catchment Area

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

The Excel Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Stoke-on-Trent , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1208 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,208

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

The Excel Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Excel Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Stoke-on-Trent. 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: 1208 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 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 Stoke-on-Trent 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 Excel Academy — School Information

Full address
Milton Road, Sneyd Green, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 6LG
Local authority
Stoke-on-Trent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
32.7% of pupils
DfE URN
140633

Other Secondary Schools in Stoke-on-Trent

If The Excel Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Excel Academy

Is The Excel Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Excel Academy currently has 1208 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Excel Academy?

Admission to The Excel Academy is managed by Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Excel Academy cover?

The Excel Academy is a secondary school in Stoke-on-Trent, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Excel Academy?

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