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Beacon Hill Academy Catchment Area

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

Beacon Hill Academy is a academy special converter not applicable school in South Ockendon, Thurrock , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 80 pupils, and a capacity of 75 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–19

Age range

80

Pupils

75

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2012

Beacon Hill Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Beacon Hill Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Thurrock. 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: 80 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 75 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 Thurrock 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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Beacon Hill Academy — School Information

Full address
Erriff Drive, South Ockendon, RM15 5AY
Local authority
Thurrock
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–19 years
Free school meals
30% of pupils
DfE URN
138736

Frequently Asked Questions — Beacon Hill Academy

Is Beacon Hill Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Beacon Hill Academy currently has 80 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 75 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Beacon Hill Academy?

Admission to Beacon Hill Academy is managed by Thurrock. 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 Beacon Hill Academy cover?

Beacon Hill Academy is a not applicable school in South Ockendon, Thurrock, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Beacon Hill Academy?

Beacon Hill Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.