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The Queen Elizabeth Academy Catchment Area

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

The Queen Elizabeth Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Atherstone, Warwickshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 724 pupils, and a capacity of 660 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

724

Pupils

660

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

The Queen Elizabeth Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Queen Elizabeth Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Warwickshire. 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: 724 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 660 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 Warwickshire 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 Queen Elizabeth Academy — School Information

Full address
Witherley Road, Atherstone, CV9 1LZ
Local authority
Warwickshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.3% of pupils
DfE URN
139937

Frequently Asked Questions — The Queen Elizabeth Academy

Is The Queen Elizabeth Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Queen Elizabeth Academy currently has 724 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 660 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Queen Elizabeth Academy?

Admission to The Queen Elizabeth Academy is managed by Warwickshire. 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 Queen Elizabeth Academy cover?

The Queen Elizabeth Academy is a secondary school in Atherstone, Warwickshire, 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 Queen Elizabeth Academy?

The Queen Elizabeth Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.