The Skipton Academy Catchment Area
The Skipton Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Skipton, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 658 pupils, and a capacity of 835 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
658
Pupils
835
Capacity
79%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2023
The Skipton Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, The Skipton Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Yorkshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by North Yorkshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find North Yorkshire catchment area documents →The Skipton Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UQ
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 24.5% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 141179
Other Secondary Schools in Skipton
If The Skipton Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Skipton are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — The Skipton Academy
Is The Skipton Academy oversubscribed? ▾
The Skipton Academy has a capacity of 835 places and currently has 658 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with North Yorkshire.
What is the admissions policy for The Skipton Academy? ▾
Admission to The Skipton Academy is managed by North Yorkshire. 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 Skipton Academy cover? ▾
The Skipton Academy is a secondary school in Skipton, North Yorkshire, 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 Skipton Academy? ▾
The Skipton Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.