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Cheam School Catchment Area

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

Cheam School is a other independent not applicable school in Thatcham, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 2–13, with 373 pupils, and a capacity of 411 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–13

Age range

373

Pupils

411

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Cheam School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 91% 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 Hampshire 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 School — School Information

Full address
Headley, Thatcham, Thatcham, RG19 8LD
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–13 years
DfE URN
116520

Other Not applicable Schools in Thatcham

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Cheam School

Is Cheam School oversubscribed?

Cheam School is operating close to its capacity of 411 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Cheam School?

Admission to Cheam School is managed by Hampshire. 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 School cover?

Cheam School is a not applicable school in Thatcham, Hampshire, serving pupils aged 2–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.