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Park Vale Academy

Park Vale Academy is a Secondary school in Nottingham, Nottingham. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 11-16Age range
SecondarySchool phase
95%Capacity used (898 of 950 pupils)
43.00%Free school meals eligible
GoodOfsted rating

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Park Vale Academy's published admissions policy or contact Nottingham Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School namePark Vale Academy
URN144487
AddressTop Valley Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG5 9AZ
Telephone01158221244
HeadteacherSteve Bowhay ()
School typeAcademy sponsor led
PhaseSecondary
Age rangeAges 11-16
GenderMixed
Admissions policyNon-selective
Local authorityNottingham
RegionEast Midlands
Approx. coordinates53.008122, -1.17373 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is an academy or free school and sets its own admissions policy independently of the local authority. While many academies use straight-line distance, some use different criteria. Always check the school's published admissions policy.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Park Vale Academy will be published on the school's website or on the Nottingham Council website. Search for "Park Vale Academy admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Rating: Good

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Good. Inspection date: 19/03/2024. Quality of education: Good. Behaviour and attitudes: Good. Leadership: Good. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Park Vale Academy?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Nottingham Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Park Vale Academy?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Nottingham Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Park Vale Academy the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Park Vale Academy?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Park Vale Academy is 144487. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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