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Burford School Catchment Area

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

Burford School is a academy converter secondary school in Burford, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1443 pupils, and a capacity of 1400 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,443

Pupils

1,400

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Burford School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Burford School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oxfordshire. 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: 1443 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1400 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 Oxfordshire 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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Burford School — School Information

Full address
Cheltenham Road, Burford, OX18 4PL
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
12.6% of pupils
DfE URN
138289

Frequently Asked Questions — Burford School

Is Burford School oversubscribed?

Yes — Burford School currently has 1443 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1400 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Burford School?

Admission to Burford School is managed by Oxfordshire. 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 Burford School cover?

Burford School is a secondary school in Burford, Oxfordshire, 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 Burford School?

Burford School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.