The Ongar Academy Catchment Area
The Ongar Academy is a free s secondary school in Ongar, Essex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 511 pupils, and a capacity of 800 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–18
Age range
511
Pupils
800
Capacity
64%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2018
The Ongar Academy Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at The Ongar Academy are allocated by Essex using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Essex catchment area documents →The Ongar Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Ongar, CM5 0AN
- Local authority
- Essex
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–18 years
- Free school meals
- 27.2% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 141947
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Frequently Asked Questions — The Ongar Academy
Is The Ongar Academy oversubscribed? ▾
The Ongar Academy has a capacity of 800 places and currently has 511 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Essex.
What is the admissions policy for The Ongar Academy? ▾
Admission to The Ongar Academy is managed by Essex. 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 Ongar Academy cover? ▾
The Ongar Academy is a secondary school in Ongar, Essex, 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 Ongar Academy? ▾
The Ongar Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.