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Wingfield Academy Catchment Area

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

Wingfield Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Rotherham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1011 pupils, and a capacity of 845 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,011

Pupils

845

Capacity

120%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Wingfield Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wingfield Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Rotherham. 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: 1011 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 845 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 Rotherham 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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Wingfield Academy — School Information

Full address
Wingfield Road, Rotherham, S61 4AU
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
33.8% of pupils
DfE URN
139992

Other Secondary Schools in Rotherham

If Wingfield Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Rotherham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wingfield Academy

Is Wingfield Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Wingfield Academy currently has 1011 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 845 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wingfield Academy?

Admission to Wingfield Academy is managed by Rotherham. 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 Wingfield Academy cover?

Wingfield Academy is a secondary school in Rotherham, 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 Wingfield Academy?

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