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The Excelsior Academy Catchment Area

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

The Excelsior Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in London, Hackney , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 992 pupils, and a capacity of 1080 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

992

Pupils

1,080

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

The Excelsior Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Excelsior 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: 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 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 Excelsior Academy — School Information

Full address
Shacklewell Lane, Hackney, London, E8 2EY
Local authority
Hackney
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
59.8% of pupils
DfE URN
131062

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Frequently Asked Questions — The Excelsior Academy

Is The Excelsior Academy oversubscribed?

The Excelsior Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1080 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Excelsior Academy?

Admission to The Excelsior 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 Excelsior Academy cover?

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

What is the Ofsted rating for The Excelsior Academy?

The Excelsior Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.