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Alderman Peel High School Catchment Area

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

Alderman Peel High School is a academy converter secondary school in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 604 pupils, and a capacity of 525 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

604

Pupils

525

Capacity

115%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Alderman Peel High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Alderman Peel High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Norfolk. 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: 604 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 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 Norfolk 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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Alderman Peel High School — School Information

Full address
Market Lane, Wells-next-the-Sea, NR23 1RB
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
25% of pupils
DfE URN
145089

Frequently Asked Questions — Alderman Peel High School

Is Alderman Peel High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Alderman Peel High School currently has 604 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Alderman Peel High School?

Admission to Alderman Peel High School is managed by Norfolk. 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 Alderman Peel High School cover?

Alderman Peel High School is a secondary school in Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Alderman Peel High School?

Alderman Peel High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.