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Westbourne Academy Catchment Area

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

Westbourne Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Ipswich, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1038 pupils, and a capacity of 1120 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,038

Pupils

1,120

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Westbourne Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Westbourne Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Suffolk. 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: 93% 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 Suffolk 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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Westbourne Academy — School Information

Full address
Marlow Road, Ipswich, IP1 5JN
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
38.7% of pupils
DfE URN
139288

Other Secondary Schools in Ipswich

If Westbourne Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Ipswich are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Westbourne Academy

Is Westbourne Academy oversubscribed?

Westbourne Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1120 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Westbourne Academy?

Admission to Westbourne Academy is managed by Suffolk. 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 Westbourne Academy cover?

Westbourne Academy is a secondary school in Ipswich, Suffolk, 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 Westbourne Academy?

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