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The Woodlands Academy Catchment Area

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

The Woodlands Academy is a academy special converter not applicable school in Scarborough, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 2–16, with 138 pupils, and a capacity of 136 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–16

Age range

138

Pupils

136

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

The Woodlands Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Woodlands 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 138 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 136 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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The Woodlands Academy — School Information

Full address
Woodlands Drive, Scarborough, YO12 6QN
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–16 years
Free school meals
60.1% of pupils
DfE URN
139482

Other Not applicable Schools in Scarborough

If The Woodlands Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Scarborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Woodlands Academy

Is The Woodlands Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Woodlands Academy currently has 138 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 136 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Woodlands Academy?

Admission to The Woodlands 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 Woodlands Academy cover?

The Woodlands Academy is a not applicable school in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 2–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Woodlands Academy?

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