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The Violet Way Academy Catchment Area

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

The Violet Way Academy is a academy converter primary school in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 259 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

259

Pupils

270

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

The Violet Way Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Violet Way Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 96% 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 Staffordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Staffordshire catchment area documents →

The Violet Way Academy — School Information

Full address
Violet Way, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, DE15 9ES
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
13.5% of pupils
DfE URN
136762

Other Primary Schools in Burton-on-Trent

If The Violet Way Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Burton-on-Trent are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Violet Way Academy

Is The Violet Way Academy oversubscribed?

The Violet Way Academy is operating close to its capacity of 270 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Violet Way Academy?

Admission to The Violet Way Academy is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Violet Way Academy cover?

The Violet Way Academy is a primary school in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Violet Way Academy?

The Violet Way Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.