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Brunel School Catchment Area

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

Brunel School is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Paignton, Torbay , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 48 pupils, and a capacity of 63 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

11–16

Age range

48

Pupils

63

Capacity

76%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2020

Brunel School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Brunel School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Torbay. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Torbay before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Torbay catchment area documents →

Brunel School — School Information

Full address
170b Torquay Road, Paignton, TQ3 2AL
Local authority
Torbay
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
83.3% of pupils
DfE URN
150616

Other Not applicable Schools in Paignton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Brunel School

Is Brunel School oversubscribed?

Brunel School has a capacity of 63 places and currently has 48 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Torbay.

What is the admissions policy for Brunel School?

Admission to Brunel School is managed by Torbay. 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 Brunel School cover?

Brunel School is a not applicable school in Paignton, Torbay, 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 Brunel School?

Brunel School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.