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Walton Hall Academy Catchment Area

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

Walton Hall Academy is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Stafford, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 216 pupils, and a capacity of 155 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

216

Pupils

155

Capacity

139%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Walton Hall Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Walton Hall 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 216 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 155 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 Staffordshire 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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Walton Hall Academy — School Information

Full address
Stafford Road, Eccleshall, Stafford, ST21 6JR
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Free school meals
49.1% of pupils
DfE URN
140997

Other Not applicable Schools in Stafford

If Walton Hall Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Stafford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Walton Hall Academy

Is Walton Hall Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Walton Hall Academy currently has 216 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 155 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Walton Hall Academy?

Admission to Walton Hall 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 Walton Hall Academy cover?

Walton Hall Academy is a not applicable school in Stafford, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Walton Hall Academy?

Walton Hall Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.