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Welland Academy Catchment Area

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

Welland Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Peterborough , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 409 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

409

Pupils

420

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Welland Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Welland Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Peterborough. 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: 97% 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 Peterborough 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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Welland Academy — School Information

Full address
Scalford Drive, Peterborough, PE1 4TR
Local authority
Peterborough
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
51.6% of pupils
DfE URN
140043

Other Primary Schools in Peterborough

If Welland Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Peterborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Welland Academy

Is Welland Academy oversubscribed?

Welland Academy is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Welland Academy?

Admission to Welland Academy is managed by Peterborough. 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 Welland Academy cover?

Welland Academy is a primary school in Peterborough, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Welland Academy?

Welland Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.