Admissions
Limehurst Academy operates with a Pupil Admission Number (PAN) of 130 for year 7 entry, and a capacity of 130 in all other year groups. This is reflected in the policies below.
In-year (mid-term) applications
If you wish to move your child to Limehurst Academy during the school year, you should apply for a place by visiting Leicestershire County Council Admissions page. See below for the relevant policy.
If you would like to have a discussion prior to your application, please contact Ann Parker at aparker@limehurst.org.uk or on 01509 263444.
Admissions Appeals
If you wish to appeal against an Admissions decision, please use our Appeals Form.
Admissions Policy for places in August 2026 (Current Years 7-11)
Admissions Policy for places in August 2027 (Current Year 6)
Oversubscription Criteria: A Summary
If Limehurst Academy is oversubscribed, it will maintain a clear, fair and objective waiting list. Priority will continue to be based upon the oversubscription criteria. These are summarised below:
1. Looked After Children
2. Children with siblings at the school
3. Children living in Limehurst’s catchment (see map below)
4. Children attending a feeder school to Limehurst (see list below)
5. Children of staff
6. Children who live nearest to the school
Our feeder schools are Cobden, Loughborough CoE, Rendell & Robert Bakewell.
Children with EHCPs where Limehurst is named will be offered a place if their needs can be met.