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Breckland School Catchment Area

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

Breckland School is a free s secondary school in Brandon, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 613 pupils, and a capacity of 620 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

613

Pupils

620

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Breckland School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Breckland School are allocated by Suffolk using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Suffolk 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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Breckland School — School Information

Full address
Crown Street, Brandon, IP27 0PE
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
24.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138250

Frequently Asked Questions — Breckland School

Is Breckland School oversubscribed?

Breckland School is operating close to its capacity of 620 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Breckland School?

Admission to Breckland School is managed by Suffolk. 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 Breckland School cover?

Breckland School is a secondary school in Brandon, Suffolk, 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 Breckland School?

Breckland School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.