Wayland Academy Catchment Area
Wayland Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Thetford, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 548 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
548
Pupils
750
Capacity
73%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2023
Wayland Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Wayland Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Norfolk. 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 Norfolk before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Norfolk catchment area documents →Wayland Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Merton Road, Watton, Thetford, IP25 6BA
- Local authority
- Norfolk
- School type
- Academy converter
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 25.1% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 137949
Other Secondary Schools in Thetford
If Wayland Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Thetford are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Wayland Academy
Is Wayland Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Wayland Academy has a capacity of 750 places and currently has 548 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Norfolk.
What is the admissions policy for Wayland Academy? ▾
Admission to Wayland Academy is managed by Norfolk. 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 Wayland Academy cover? ▾
Wayland Academy is a secondary school in Thetford, Norfolk, 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 Wayland Academy? ▾
Wayland Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.