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Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn

Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn is a academy secondary school located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, serving pupils ages 11 to 18. The school currently has 994 pupils on roll, operating above its stated capacity of 838 — indicating high demand for places. Around 23.00% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting a mixed socioeconomic intake. Ofsted inspection data is not currently available for Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn — visit the Ofsted website to check for the latest inspection report. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn's admissions distance.

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Ages 11-18Age range
SecondarySchool phase
119%Capacity used (994 of 838 pupils)
23.00%Free school meals eligible

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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 Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn's published admissions policy or contact Lincolnshire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameSir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn
URN138839
AddressMain Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 0PA
Telephone01400272422
HeadteacherScott Barlow (Headteacher)
School typeAcademy converter
PhaseSecondary
Age rangeAges 11-18
GenderMixed
Admissions policyNon-selective
Local authorityLincolnshire
RegionEast Midlands
Approx. coordinates53.066621, -0.565135 (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

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📋 Ofsted Inspection

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📋 Ofsted Inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn?

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 Lincolnshire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Lincolnshire 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 Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn 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 Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn is 138839. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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