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Wymondham High Academy Catchment Area

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

Wymondham High Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Wymondham, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1639 pupils, and a capacity of 1610 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,639

Pupils

1,610

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Wymondham High Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wymondham High Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Norfolk. 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: 1639 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1610 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 Norfolk 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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Wymondham High Academy — School Information

Full address
Folly Road, Wymondham, NR18 0QT
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
16.6% of pupils
DfE URN
137461

Other Secondary Schools in Wymondham

If Wymondham High Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Wymondham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wymondham High Academy

Is Wymondham High Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Wymondham High Academy currently has 1639 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1610 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wymondham High Academy?

Admission to Wymondham High Academy is managed by Norfolk. 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 Wymondham High Academy cover?

Wymondham High Academy is a secondary school in Wymondham, Norfolk, 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 Wymondham High Academy?

Wymondham High Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.