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The Palmer Catholic Academy Catchment Area

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

The Palmer Catholic Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Ilford, Redbridge , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1155 pupils, and a capacity of 1174 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,155

Pupils

1,174

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

The Palmer Catholic Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to The Palmer Catholic Academy is managed by Redbridge and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 98% 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 Redbridge 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 Palmer Catholic Academy — School Information

Full address
Aldborough Road South, Seven Kings, Ilford, IG3 8EU
Local authority
Redbridge
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
26.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137088

Other Secondary Schools in Ilford

If The Palmer Catholic Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Ilford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Palmer Catholic Academy

Is The Palmer Catholic Academy oversubscribed?

The Palmer Catholic Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1174 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Palmer Catholic Academy?

The Palmer Catholic Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Redbridge before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The Palmer Catholic Academy cover?

The Palmer Catholic Academy is a secondary school in Ilford, Redbridge, 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 Palmer Catholic Academy?

The Palmer Catholic Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.