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Woodlands Academy of Learning Catchment Area

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

Woodlands Academy of Learning is a academy converter primary school in Willenhall, Walsall , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 462 pupils, and a capacity of 472 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

462

Pupils

472

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Woodlands Academy of Learning Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woodlands Academy of Learning sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Walsall. 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: 98% 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 Walsall 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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Woodlands Academy of Learning — School Information

Full address
Bloxwich Road North, Short Heath, Willenhall, WV12 5PR
Local authority
Walsall
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
33.7% of pupils
DfE URN
138343

Other Primary Schools in Willenhall

If Woodlands Academy of Learning is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Willenhall are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodlands Academy of Learning

Is Woodlands Academy of Learning oversubscribed?

Woodlands Academy of Learning is operating close to its capacity of 472 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Woodlands Academy of Learning?

Admission to Woodlands Academy of Learning is managed by Walsall. 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 Woodlands Academy of Learning cover?

Woodlands Academy of Learning is a primary school in Willenhall, Walsall, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woodlands Academy of Learning?

Woodlands Academy of Learning was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.