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The Roundhill Academy Catchment Area

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

The Roundhill Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Leicester, Leicestershire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 730 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

730

Pupils

750

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

The Roundhill Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Roundhill Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leicestershire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 Leicestershire 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 Roundhill Academy — School Information

Full address
997 Melton Road, Thurmaston, Leicester, LE4 8GQ
Local authority
Leicestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
20.9% of pupils
DfE URN
138079

Other Secondary Schools in Leicester

If The Roundhill Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Leicester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Roundhill Academy

Is The Roundhill Academy oversubscribed?

The Roundhill Academy is operating close to its capacity of 750 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Roundhill Academy?

Admission to The Roundhill Academy is managed by Leicestershire. 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 Roundhill Academy cover?

The Roundhill Academy is a secondary school in Leicester, Leicestershire, 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 Roundhill Academy?

The Roundhill Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.