The Winsford Academy Catchment Area
The Winsford Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Winsford, Cheshire West and Chester , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1023 pupils, and a capacity of 1312 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
1,023
Pupils
1,312
Capacity
78%
Fill rate
Requires improvement
Ofsted 2023
The Winsford Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, The Winsford Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cheshire West and Chester. 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 Cheshire West and Chester before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Cheshire West and Chester catchment area documents →The Winsford Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Grange Lane, Winsford, CW7 2BT
- Local authority
- Cheshire West and Chester
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 43.5% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 136184
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Frequently Asked Questions — The Winsford Academy
Is The Winsford Academy oversubscribed? ▾
The Winsford Academy has a capacity of 1312 places and currently has 1023 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Cheshire West and Chester.
What is the admissions policy for The Winsford Academy? ▾
Admission to The Winsford Academy is managed by Cheshire West and Chester. 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 Winsford Academy cover? ▾
The Winsford Academy is a secondary school in Winsford, Cheshire West and Chester, 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 Winsford Academy? ▾
The Winsford Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.