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Westgate Academy Catchment Area

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

Westgate Academy is a academy converter primary school in Lincoln, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 441 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

441

Pupils

480

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Westgate Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Westgate Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lincolnshire. 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: 92% 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 Lincolnshire 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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Westgate Academy — School Information

Full address
Westgate, Lincoln, LN1 3BQ
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
36.5% of pupils
DfE URN
137451

Other Primary Schools in Lincoln

If Westgate Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Lincoln are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Westgate Academy

Is Westgate Academy oversubscribed?

Westgate Academy is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Westgate Academy?

Admission to Westgate Academy is managed by Lincolnshire. 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 Westgate Academy cover?

Westgate Academy is a primary school in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Westgate Academy?

Westgate Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.