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Yewlands Academy Catchment Area

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

Yewlands Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Sheffield , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 912 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

912

Pupils

900

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Yewlands Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Yewlands Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sheffield. 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: 912 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 900 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 Sheffield 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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Yewlands Academy — School Information

Full address
Creswick Lane, Sheffield, S35 8NN
Local authority
Sheffield
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
41.1% of pupils
DfE URN
145943

Other Secondary Schools in Sheffield

If Yewlands Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sheffield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Yewlands Academy

Is Yewlands Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Yewlands Academy currently has 912 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 900 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Yewlands Academy?

Admission to Yewlands Academy is managed by Sheffield. 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 Yewlands Academy cover?

Yewlands Academy is a secondary school in Sheffield, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.