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The Joseph Whitaker School Catchment Area

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

The Joseph Whitaker School is a academy converter secondary school in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1328 pupils, and a capacity of 1250 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,328

Pupils

1,250

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

The Joseph Whitaker School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Joseph Whitaker School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Nottinghamshire. 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: 1328 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1250 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 Nottinghamshire 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 Joseph Whitaker School — School Information

Full address
Warsop Lane, Rainworth, Mansfield, NG21 0AG
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.4% of pupils
DfE URN
137628

Other Secondary Schools in Mansfield

If The Joseph Whitaker School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Mansfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Joseph Whitaker School

Is The Joseph Whitaker School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Joseph Whitaker School currently has 1328 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1250 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Joseph Whitaker School?

Admission to The Joseph Whitaker School is managed by Nottinghamshire. 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 Joseph Whitaker School cover?

The Joseph Whitaker School is a secondary school in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.