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Wollaston School Catchment Area

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

Wollaston School is a academy converter secondary school in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1431 pupils, and a capacity of 1431 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,431

Pupils

1,431

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Wollaston School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wollaston School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Northamptonshire. 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: 1431 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1431 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 North Northamptonshire 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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Wollaston School — School Information

Full address
Irchester Road, Wollaston, Wellingborough, NN29 7PH
Local authority
North Northamptonshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.8% of pupils
DfE URN
146489

Other Secondary Schools in Wellingborough

If Wollaston School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Wellingborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wollaston School

Is Wollaston School oversubscribed?

Yes — Wollaston School currently has 1431 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1431 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wollaston School?

Admission to Wollaston School is managed by North Northamptonshire. 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 Wollaston School cover?

Wollaston School is a secondary school in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Wollaston School?

Wollaston School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.