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Wyvern Academy Catchment Area

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

Wyvern Academy is a academy special converter not applicable school in Weymouth, Dorset , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 90 pupils, and a capacity of 90 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–19

Age range

90

Pupils

90

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Wyvern Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wyvern Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Dorset. 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: 90 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 90 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 Dorset 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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Wyvern Academy — School Information

Full address
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, DT3 5AL
Local authority
Dorset
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
45% of pupils
DfE URN
138716

Other Not applicable Schools in Weymouth

If Wyvern Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Weymouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wyvern Academy

Is Wyvern Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Wyvern Academy currently has 90 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 90 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wyvern Academy?

Admission to Wyvern Academy is managed by Dorset. 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 Wyvern Academy cover?

Wyvern Academy is a not applicable school in Weymouth, Dorset, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Wyvern Academy?

Wyvern Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.