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Cavendish School Catchment Area

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

Cavendish School is a other independent special not applicable school in London, Southwark , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 38 pupils, and a capacity of 42 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

38

Pupils

42

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Cavendish School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 90% 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 Southwark before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Southwark catchment area documents →

Cavendish School — School Information

Full address
Lady Gomm House, 58 Hawkstone Road, London, SE16 2PA
Local authority
Southwark
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
DfE URN
131237

Other Not applicable Schools in London

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Cavendish School

Is Cavendish School oversubscribed?

Cavendish School is operating close to its capacity of 42 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Cavendish School?

Admission to Cavendish School is managed by Southwark. 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 Cavendish School cover?

Cavendish School is a not applicable school in London, Southwark, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.