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The Priory Academy LSST Catchment Area

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

The Priory Academy LSST is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Lincoln, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1770 pupils, and a capacity of 1700 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,770

Pupils

1,700

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

The Priory Academy LSST Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Priory Academy LSST sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lincolnshire. 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: 1770 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1700 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 Lincolnshire 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 Priory Academy LSST — School Information

Full address
Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln, LN5 8PW
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
16.7% of pupils
DfE URN
135565

Other Secondary Schools in Lincoln

If The Priory Academy LSST is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Lincoln are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Priory Academy LSST

Is The Priory Academy LSST oversubscribed?

Yes — The Priory Academy LSST currently has 1770 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1700 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Priory Academy LSST?

Admission to The Priory Academy LSST is managed by Lincolnshire. 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 Priory Academy LSST cover?

The Priory Academy LSST is a secondary school in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, 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 Priory Academy LSST?

The Priory Academy LSST was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.