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Amersham School Catchment Area

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

Amersham School is a academy converter secondary school in Amersham, Buckinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1052 pupils, and a capacity of 1040 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,052

Pupils

1,040

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Amersham School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Amersham School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Buckinghamshire. 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: 1052 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1040 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 Buckinghamshire 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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Amersham School — School Information

Full address
Stanley Hill, Amersham, HP7 9HH
Local authority
Buckinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
13.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137343

Other Secondary Schools in Amersham

If Amersham School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Amersham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Amersham School

Is Amersham School oversubscribed?

Yes — Amersham School currently has 1052 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1040 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Amersham School?

Admission to Amersham School is managed by Buckinghamshire. 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 Amersham School cover?

Amersham School is a secondary school in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Amersham School?

Amersham School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.