Secondary School places will be confirmed on 1st March – any queries should be directed to Rachael Boyall on 0116 264 1080.
Arrangements for admissions and for handling expressions of preference by parents are made by Leicestershire Education Authority on behalf of the School.
In addition to the above policies please see Appendix 1 which details our Feeder Schools Appendix 1 Admissions Policy Feeder Schools
and Wreake Valley Academy Catchment Map
For information on how to apply for a school place go to the Leicestershire County Council Admissions Page, you can also find information here about the School’s Admission Code and Fair Access protocol.
Operational Capacity for 2025/2026
An operational capacity has been set for year 9 at Wreake Valley Academy of 220 students due to multiple intersecting pressures. The cohort presents significant challenges all requiring intensive pastoral support.
Design Technology classes are already at capacity, and the school cannot add capacity without additional staff.
The school has been unable to recruit Teaching Assistants despite advertising since the academic year began, and this puts significant pressure on the school’s ability to support those pupils with specific needs.
An operational capacity has been agreed for Year 10 of 200 students. The cohort faces similar challenges to Year 9. The combination of staffing constraints, inability to fill essential support roles, and other operational issues makes the current cohort size unsustainable for maintaining educational quality and statutory compliance.
Admissions to Bradgate Sixth Form
Students wishing to apply to Bradgate Sixth Form should contact: Katie Johnson, Head of Bradgate Sixth Form Sixth Form email admin@bradgatesixthform.com for details on how to apply.
Mid-Term (in-year) Applications
Bradgate Education Partnership schools participate in full with the Local Authority’s co-ordinated policy, which can be found here: https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools-colleges-and-academies/school-admissions/school-policies
To discuss a visit to our school please contact the school office, or to discuss the application process please contact the Local Authority on 0116 3056684.
School Admission Appeals
Bradgate Education Partnership schools use Leicestershire County Council’s appeals service to conduct their appeals. The council’s procedure and timetable for appeals can be found here:
