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Charlton School Catchment Area

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

Charlton School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Telford, Telford and Wrekin , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1236 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,236

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Charlton School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Charlton School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Telford and Wrekin. 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: 1236 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 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 Telford and Wrekin 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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Charlton School — School Information

Full address
Apley Avenue, Telford, TF1 3FA
Local authority
Telford and Wrekin
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
26.9% of pupils
DfE URN
142821

Other Secondary Schools in Telford

If Charlton School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Telford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Charlton School

Is Charlton School oversubscribed?

Yes — Charlton School currently has 1236 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Charlton School?

Admission to Charlton School is managed by Telford and Wrekin. 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 Charlton School cover?

Charlton School is a secondary school in Telford, Telford and Wrekin, 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 Charlton School?

Charlton School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.