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The Link Academy Catchment Area

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

The Link Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Dudley , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1014 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,014

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

The Link Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Link Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Dudley. 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: 97% 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 Dudley before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Dudley catchment area documents →

The Link Academy — School Information

Full address
Simms Lane, Netherton, Dudley, DY2 0PB
Local authority
Dudley
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
49.7% of pupils
DfE URN
144952

Other Secondary Schools in Dudley

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Link Academy

Is The Link Academy oversubscribed?

The Link Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1050 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Link Academy?

Admission to The Link Academy is managed by Dudley. 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 Link Academy cover?

The Link Academy is a secondary school in Dudley, 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 Link Academy?

The Link Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.