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Browns School Catchment Area

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

Browns School is a other independent special not applicable school in Orpington, Bromley , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 96 pupils, and a capacity of 99 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

96

Pupils

99

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Browns School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Browns School is set by Bromley and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 Bromley before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Bromley catchment area documents →

Browns School — School Information

Full address
Hawstead Lane, Chelsfield, Orpington, BR6 7PH
Local authority
Bromley
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–18 years
DfE URN
131395

Other Not applicable Schools in Orpington

If Browns School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Orpington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Browns School

Is Browns School oversubscribed?

Browns School is operating close to its capacity of 99 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Browns School?

Admission to Browns School is managed by Bromley. 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 Browns School cover?

Browns School is a not applicable school in Orpington, Bromley, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.