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The Meadows School Catchment Area

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

The Meadows School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Leek, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 129 pupils, and a capacity of 120 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

129

Pupils

120

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

The Meadows School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Meadows School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 129 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 120 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 Staffordshire 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 Meadows School — School Information

Full address
Springfield Road, Leek, ST13 6EU
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Free school meals
42.4% of pupils
DfE URN
143346

Other Not applicable Schools in Leek

If The Meadows School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Leek are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Meadows School

Is The Meadows School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Meadows School currently has 129 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 120 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Meadows School?

Admission to The Meadows School is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Meadows School cover?

The Meadows School is a not applicable school in Leek, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Meadows School?

The Meadows School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.