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The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Catchment Area

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

The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Bootle, Sefton , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 532 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

532

Pupils

600

Capacity

89%

Fill rate

Inadequate

Ofsted 2022

The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Catchment Area Information

Admission to The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco is managed by Sefton 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.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Sefton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Sefton catchment area documents →

The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco — School Information

Full address
Netherton Way, Bootle, L30 2NA
Local authority
Sefton
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
53.8% of pupils
DfE URN
149486

Other Secondary Schools in Bootle

If The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bootle are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco

Is The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco oversubscribed?

The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco has a capacity of 600 places and currently has 532 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Sefton.

What is the admissions policy for The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco?

The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Sefton before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco cover?

The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco is a secondary school in Bootle, Sefton, 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 Salesian Academy of St John Bosco?

The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.