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Cheam High School Catchment Area

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

Cheam High School is a academy converter secondary school in Sutton , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 2103 pupils, and a capacity of 1980 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

2,103

Pupils

1,980

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2015

Cheam High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cheam High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sutton. 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: 2103 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1980 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 Sutton 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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Cheam High School — School Information

Full address
Chatsworth Road, Cheam, Sutton, SM3 8PW
Local authority
Sutton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136785

Other Secondary Schools in Sutton

If Cheam High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sutton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cheam High School

Is Cheam High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Cheam High School currently has 2103 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1980 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Cheam High School?

Admission to Cheam High School is managed by Sutton. 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 Cheam High School cover?

Cheam High School is a secondary school in Sutton, 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 Cheam High School?

Cheam High School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.