Wixams Academy Catchment Area
Wixams Academy is a free s secondary school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 933 pupils, and a capacity of 1750 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–19
Age range
933
Pupils
1,750
Capacity
53%
Fill rate
Requires improvement
Ofsted 2024
Wixams Academy Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Wixams Academy are allocated by Bedford using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bedford before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Bedford catchment area documents →Wixams Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Green Lane, Wixams, Bedford, MK42 6BA
- Local authority
- Bedford
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–19 years
- Free school meals
- 20.7% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 144595
Other Secondary Schools in Bedford
If Wixams Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.
Biddenham International School and Sports College Catchment Area
Foundation school · MK40 4AZ
Bedford Academy Catchment Area
Academy sponsor led · MK42 9TR
Sharnbrook Academy Catchment Area
Academy converter · MK44 1JL
Lincroft Academy Catchment Area
Academy converter · MK43 7RE
Goldington Academy Catchment Area
Academy converter · MK41 9BX
Redborne Upper School and Community College Catchment Area
Academy converter · MK45 2NU
Need help understanding catchment areas?
Frequently Asked Questions — Wixams Academy
Is Wixams Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Wixams Academy has a capacity of 1750 places and currently has 933 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Bedford.
What is the admissions policy for Wixams Academy? ▾
Admission to Wixams Academy is managed by Bedford. 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 Wixams Academy cover? ▾
Wixams Academy is a secondary school in Bedford, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Wixams Academy? ▾
Wixams Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.