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Woodland Middle School Academy Catchment Area

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

Woodland Middle School Academy is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 670 pupils, and a capacity of 720 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

9–13

Age range

670

Pupils

720

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Woodland Middle School Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woodland Middle School Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Central Bedfordshire. 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 Central Bedfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Central Bedfordshire catchment area documents →

Woodland Middle School Academy — School Information

Full address
Malham Close, Flitwick, Bedford, MK45 1NP
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
16.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136560

Other Middle deemed secondary Schools in Bedford

If Woodland Middle School Academy is oversubscribed, these middle deemed secondary schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodland Middle School Academy

Is Woodland Middle School Academy oversubscribed?

Woodland Middle School Academy is operating close to its capacity of 720 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Woodland Middle School Academy?

Admission to Woodland Middle School Academy is managed by Central Bedfordshire. 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 Woodland Middle School Academy cover?

Woodland Middle School Academy is a middle deemed secondary school in Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, serving pupils aged 9–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woodland Middle School Academy?

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